PROGRAM AND COURSE GUIDE 2016 | 2017 RED DEER COLLEGE

program and course guide 2016 - 2017 learning philosophy

Our commitment to learners and learning is at the heart of Red Deer College and this is reflected in our values of accountability, inclusiveness, exploration, excellence, integrity and community.

We believe in fostering intellectually rigorous, professionally relevant, and dynamic learning environments of inquiry, exploration, application and creativity. We ensure accessibility to multiple pathways of formal and informal learning through active engagement, facilitated learning processes, and scholarly excellence. We value learning because it empowers our learners to be highly productive in the work force and within our communities. We honour the intrinsic value of learning in supporting self development, growth and fulfillment in the individual learner. We promote positive lifelong learning habits and attitudes that embrace local, national, and global experiences, issues and perspectives.

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Table of Contents ...... 2 B.Sc. in Agriculture 58 Management Certificate 102 President’s Message 3 B.Sc. in Agriculture Mechanical Engineering Technology . 104 Academic Schedule 2016-2018 . . . . 4 Food Management . . . . . 59 Medical Lab Assistant 105 Admission 8 B.Sc. in Atmospheric Sciences . . . . 60 Motion Picture Arts ...... 106 Fees 12 B.Sc. in Biochemistry ...... 60 Music 107 Prior Learning Assessment . . . . . 13 B.Sc. in Biological Sciences . . . . . 61 Occupational Therapist & B.Sc. in Chemistry ...... 62 Physiotherapist Assistant . . . . . 111 Degree Completion Programs: B.Sc. in Engineering 63 Open Studies 112 B.Sc. in Environmental Pharmacy Technician 113 Red Deer College Applied Degree in & Conservation Sciences 65 Practical Nurse ...... 114 Motion Picture Arts ...... 16 B.Sc. Environmental Science or Social Work ...... 116 University of Environmental Management 66 Theatre & Entertainment Bachelor of Social Work ...... 17 B.Sc. in Forestry 67 Production ...... 117 B.Sc. in Human Ecology ...... 68 Theatre Performance & Creation . . . 119 Bachelor of Arts ...... 17 B.Sc. in Mathematics or Statistics Transitional Vocational Program . . . 120 Bachelor or Math and ...... 69 Unit Clerk ...... 121 of Business Administration . . . . . 21 B.Sc. in Nutrition and Food Science . . 70 Visual Art ...... 121 University of B.Sc. in Physics or Geophysics . . . . . 71 Bachelor of Education – Middle Years 23 B.Sc. in Physiology 71 Continuing Education ...... 123 B.Sc. in Psychology ...... 72 Bachelor of Science in Nursing 23 Pre-Professional - Chiropractic 74 Course Descriptions Pre Professional - Dentistry ...... 75 University Transfer Programs College and University ...... 126 Pre Professional - Medicine ...... 75 Adult Basic Education ...... 197 Bachelor of Arts ...... 27 Pre Professional - Optometry . . . . . 76 Career & Academic Preparation . . . 198 Anthropology ...... 30 Pre-Professional - Pharmacy ...... 76 International Learning Communications Studies ...... 32 Pre-Professional - Veterinary Opportunities ...... 200 Economics ...... 33 Medicine ...... 77 English 34 Index 201 History ...... 36 Apprenticeship and Trades ...... 79 Philosophy ...... 37 Political Science ...... 38 Certificate & Diploma Programs Psychology ...... 40 Administrative Professional . . . . . 84 Sociology ...... 41 Automotive Service 85 Bachelor of Commerce 42 Business Administration ...... 86 Bachelor of Education ...... 45 Career & Academic Preparation . . . 89 Bachelor of Science & Bachelor of Early Learning & Child Care . . . . . 90 Education Combined Degree . . . . 48 Educational Assistant 92 Bachelor of Fine Art 49 Electrical Engineering Technology 93 Bachelor of Kinesiology & Health Related Programs ...... 94 Sport Studies 50 Health Care Aide Program 94 Bachelor of Science & International Business 96 Pre-Professional Programs 55 Kinesiology & Sport Studies 97 B.Sc. General ...... 56 Legal Assistant ...... 101

2016-2017 PROGRAM AND COURSE GUIDE The Web version is the official Academic Calendar of Red Deer College. The Calendar and timetable set forth the intention of the College, at the time of publication, with respect to all matters contained therein. The College reserves the right, at any time, to make whatever changes are necessary, including the cancellation of particular courses, in order to serve the best interests of the College, or because of circumstances or occurrences beyond the College’s control. The College expressly denies responsibility or liability to any person or persons who may suffer loss or who may be otherwise adversely affected by such.

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July 2016 August 2016 September 2016 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 28 29 30 31 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 Heritage Day - College closed 1 Last day for submission of final grades for 1 Day - College closed First day to apply for Spring 2017 Summer term courses 2 Final grades available for Summer term Fifty-third College Year begins 12 Tuition Fees for Fall term and Full year courses 4 First day of classes for Summer term courses due 5 Labour Day - College closed Tuition fees for Summer term due Registration will be cancelled if tuition is not paid. 6 New Student Orientation Registration will be cancelled if 7 First day of classes for Fall term 18 Last day of classes for Summer term tuition is not paid. 9 Last day to apply for Supplemental 8 Last day to register, add or drop Last day to withdraw from Summer Exams for Summer term Summer term courses term courses and receive a WD 12 Last day to register, add or drop Fall 1 Last day to apply for Supplemental 22 First day of Final Exams for Summer term courses Exams for Spring term term 14 Last day to apply for Fall term 2016 14 Supplemental Exams for Spring term 25 Last day of Final Exams for Summer 16 Last day to register, add or drop Fall term or Full year courses written term Last day for tuition refund 29 Mid term feedback for Summer term 29 Deferred Exams for Summer term written 17 Supplemental Exams for Summer term 31 Last day of course waitlist for Fall term written

January 2017 February 2017 March 2017 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 29 30 31 26 27 28 26 27 28 29 30 31

1 New Year’s Day - College closed 17 Last day of classes for Winter 1 term 1 Mid term feedback Winter term 2 College closed Last day to withdraw from Winter 1 3 Last day to register, add or drop Winter 3 College open – No credit classes term courses and receive a WD 2 term courses 4 First day of classes for Winter 20 Family Day. College closed 7 Emergency Response Day Tuition Fees for Winter term due. 21-24 Mid term break – No credit classes 17 Final Exam Schedule posted Registration will be cancelled if tuition 27 Credit classes resume 20 Continuing Student Registration opens is not paid Final exams for Winter 1 term courses Mid term feedback for Full year courses 28 First day of classes for Winter 2 term 9 Last day to apply for Winter term 2017 courses Last day to apply for Supplemental Exams for Fall term Last day to register, add or drop Winter 1 term courses 11 Last day to register, add or drop Winter term courses Last day for tuition refund 14 Supplemental Exams for Fall term written

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Some programs may have courses which begin earlier or later than the dates indicated below. Some programs such as Nursing use partial semesters labelled Fall 1, Fall 2, etc. Apprenticeship programs do not follow the academic schedule other than for statutory holidays. Please refer to specific programs or course descriptions for further information.

October 2016 November 2016 December 2016 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 27 28 29 30 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 30 31 10 College open - No credit classes 7 Last day of classes for Fall term Final Exam schedule posted Last day to withdraw from Fall term or Fall 2 1 First day to apply for Fall term 2017 11 Remembrance Day. College closed term courses and receive a WD. 4 Emergency Response day 14 Credit classes resume 12 First day of Final Exams for Fall term 10 Thanksgiving Day - College closed courses 20 Last day of classes for Fall 1 term 17 Last day of Final Exams for Fall term courses Last day to withdraw from Fall 1 term 20 Deferred Exams written courses and receive a WD 21 Last day of course waitlist for Winter term 24 Final exams for Fall 1 term 22 Last day for submission of final grades for 25 First day of classes for Fall 2 term Fall term courses 28 Mid term feedback for Fall term 23 Final grades available Last day to register, add or drop Fall 2 College closed at noon term courses 25-31 – College closed

April 2017 May 2017 June 2017 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 28 29 30 31 25 26 27 28 29 30 30 1 First day of classes for Spring term 2 Convocation 10 New Student Registration opens Tuition fees for Spring term due 16 Last day of classes for Spring term 11 Last day of classes for Full year and Registration will be cancelled if tuition courses Winter term courses is not paid Last day to withdraw from Spring term Last day to withdraw from Full year, 3 Last day to apply for Supplemental Exams courses and receive a WD Winter and Winter 2 term courses for Winter term 20 First day of Final Exams for Spring term and receive a WD 5 Last day to register, add or drop Spring courses 14 Good Friday. College closed term courses 23 Last day of Final Exams for Spring term 17 First day of Final Exams Last day for tuition refund courses 22 Last day of Final Exams 6 Supplemental Exams for Winter term 24-25 Annual Power Shutdown 25 Deferred Exams written written 26 Deferred Exams written 27 Last day for submission of final grades 22 Victoria Day. College closed 28 Last day for submission of final grades for Winter term and Full year courses 23 Mid term feedback for Spring term for Spring term Last day of the course waitlist for Spring 29 Final grades available term 30 College year ends 28 Final grades available www.rdc.ab.ca 5 Academic Schedule - 2017-2018

July 2017 August 2017 September 2017 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 27 28 29 30 31 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 30 31 7 Heritage Day - College closed 1 Final grades available for Summer term 1 Canada Day - College closed First day to apply for Spring 2018 courses 4 Labour Day - College closed Fifty-fourth College Year begins 11 Tuition Fees for Fall term and Full year 5 New Student Orientation 3 Statutory holiday - College closed courses due 6 First day of classes for Fall term 4 First day of classes for Summer term Registration will be cancelled if tuition is not paid. 8 Last day to apply for Supplemental Tuition fees for Summer term due Exams for Summer term 18 Last day of classes for Summer term Registration will be cancelled if 13 Last day to apply for Fall term 2017 tuition is not paid. Last day to withdraw from Summer term 15 Last day to register, add or drop Fall term 7 Last day to apply for Summer term courses and receive a WD or Full year courses 10 Last day to register, add or drop 21 First day of Final Exams for Summer term Last day for tuition refund Summer term courses 24 Last day of Final Exams for Summer term 16 Supplemental Exams for Summer term Last day to apply for Supplemental 28 Deferred Exams for Summer term written written Exams for Spring term 30 Last day of course waitlist for Fall term 14 Supplemental Exams for Spring term 31 Last day for submission of final grades for written Summer term courses 28 Mid term feedback for Summer term

January 2018 February 2018 March 2018 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 1 2 3 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 28 29 30 31 25 26 27 28 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

1 New Year’s Day - College closed 19 Family Day - College closed 2 Mid term feedback Winter term 2 College open - No credit classes 20-23 Mid term break - No credit classes 6 Emergency Response Day 3 First day of classes for Winter 26 Credit classes resume 16 Final Exam Schedule posted Tuition Fees for Winter term due. 19 Continuing Student Registration begins Registration will be cancelled if tuition 30 Good Friday - College closed is not paid Mid term feedback for Full year courses 8 Last day to apply for Supplemental Exams for Fall term 10 Last day to apply for Winter term 12 Last day to register, add or drop Winter term courses Last day for tuition refund 13 Supplemental Exams for Fall term written

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Some programs may have courses which begin earlier or later than the dates indicated below. Some programs such as Nursing use partial semesters labelled Fall 1, Fall 2, etc. Apprenticeship programs do not follow the academic schedule other than for statutory holidays. Please refer to specific programs or course descriptions for further information.

October 2017 November 2017 December 2017 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 1 2 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 29 30 31 26 27 28 29 30 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 First day to apply for Fall term 2018 9 Final Exam schedule posted 3 Emergency Response day 10 Reading break - No credit classes 6 Last day of classes for Fall term 9 Thanksgiving Day - College closed 11 Remembrance Day - College closed Last day to withdraw from Fall term 27 Mid term feedback for Fall term 13 Statutory Holiday - College closed courses and receive a WD 14 Credit classes resume 11 First day of Final Exams for Fall term courses 1 Last day of Final Exams for Fall term courses 18 Deferred Exams written 20 Last day of course waitlist for Winter term Last day for submission of final grades for Fall term courses 21 Final grades available 22 College closed at noon 25-31 College closed

April 2018 May 2018 June 2018 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 29 30 27 28 29 30 31 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

9 New Student Registration begins 1 First day of classes for Spring term 1 Convocation 10 Last day of classes for Full year and Tuition fees for Spring term due 5 Final Exam Schedule posted Winter term courses Registration will be cancelled if 15 Last day of classes for Spring term Last day to withdraw from Full year, tuition is not paid courses Winter courses and receive a WD 3 Last day to apply for Spring term Last day to withdraw from Spring 16 First day of Final Exams 7 Last day to register, add or drop Spring term courses and receive a WD 21 Last day of Final Exams term courses 19 First day of Final Exams for Spring term 24 Deferred Exams written Last day to apply for Supplemental courses 26 Last day for submission of final grades Exams for Winter term 22 Last day of Final Exams for Spring term for Winter term and Full year courses Last day for tuition refund courses Last day of the course waitlist for Spring 12 Supplemental Exams for Winter term 25 Deferred Exams written term written 28 Last day for submission of final grades 27 Final grades available 21 Victoria Day. College closed for Spring term 22 Mid-term feedback for Spring term 29 Final grades available 30 College year ends 30 – July 1 – Annual Power Shutdown

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Visiting Student 30. Greek 35 You must present approval from another 31. Hebrew 35 Admission accredited institution to take a course(s) at 32. Hebrew Language Arts 35 RDC. Your home institution will determine 33. Hungarian 35 For further information, contact the admission requirements 34. Italian Lang & Culture 30-3Y Office of the Registrar 35. Italian Lang & Culture 30-6Y Phone: 403.342.3400 High School Student 36. Japanese 30 Toll-free: 1.888.732.4630 If you have successfully completed at 37. Japanese Lang & Culture 30-3Y Email: [email protected] least one 30-level course and submit a 38. Japanese Lang & Culture 30-6Y letter from your school indicating you are 39. Japanese Lang & Culture 30-9Y Policy on Admission to Credit currently enrolled in high school you will be 40. Korean Lang & Culture 35 Programs eligible for admission into Open Studies on 41. Korean Lang & Culture 35-3Y RDC gives fair consideration to all who apply the recommendation of a Red Deer College 42. Latin 30 for admission. Each program has specific Advisor. 43. Polish 35 admission requirements. These are approved 44. Polish Lang & Culture 35 - 12Y by Academic Council. Admission Requirements 45. Polish Lang & Culture 35 - 3Y Admission requirements for each college 46. Polish Language & Arts 35 You should apply and complete your program are listed in the program sections 47. Portugese 35 admission file at the earliest possible of this Credit Programs and Courses Guide. 48. Punjabi Lang & Culture 30-3Y date. It is to your advantage to apply as 49. Punjabi Lang & Culture 30-9Y early as possible since most programs Alberta Grade 12 Course Groups 50. Punjabi Lang & Culture 35 can accommodate only a limited number Admission requirements for specific 51. Russian 35 of students and the College may stop programs will often refer to Alberta Grade 52. Sikh and Punjabi 35 accepting applications at any time. 12 course groups. These groups are: 53. Spanish Lang & Culture 30-3Y 54. Spanish Lang & Culture 30-6Y Note: Some programs are classified as Group A (Humanities) 55. Spanish Lang & Culture 30-9Y over-subscribed requiring a competitive 1. English Language Arts (ELA) 30-1 56. Spanish Language Arts 30 admission process. Admission is gained 2. Social Studies 30-1 (Etudes Social) 57. Swedish 35 through academic achievement using an 3. Aboriginal Studies 30 58. Ukranian Lang Arts 30 applicant’s Grade Point Average (GPA). 4. Am Sgn Lng & Deaf Culture 35 59. Ukranian Lang & Culture 30-3Y 5. Am Sign L & C 35-9Y 60. Ukranian Lang & Culture 30-6Y Admission Categories 6. American Sign Lang Arts 35 61. Ukranian Lang & Culture 30-9Y You may apply as one of the following: 7. Arabic L & C 35-12Y 8. Blackfoot Lang & Cult 30 Group B (Fine Arts) Regular Student 9. Chinese Lang & Culture 30-3Y 1. Adv Acting/Touring Theatre 35 You are able to meet the regular admission 10. Chinese Lang & Culture 30-6Y 2. Adv Tech-Print/Draw/Sculp(5Cr) requirements for the program. (See the 11. Chinese Lang & Culture 30-9Y 3. Applied Graphic Arts 35 program section of this guide.) Regular 12. Chinese Language Arts 30 4. Art 30 admission requirements may include: 13. Cree L & C 30-12Y 5. Art 31 • Suitable courses, grades, and averages. 14. Cree Lang & Culture 30 6. Ballet 35 • Tests, auditions, portfolios, or other 15. Cree Lang & Culture 30-3Y 7. Band 35 approved criteria. 16. Cree Lang & Culture 30-6Y 8. Band Music 35 17. Cree Language & Culture 30-9Y 9. Choir 35 Mature Student 18. Francais 30-1 10. Choral Music 30 You must be 19 years of age or older and 19. Francais 30-2 11. CommunicationTech Adv(CTS-5Cr) you must be out of school for at least one full 20. French 30-3Y 12. Contemporary Dance 35 year before the program starts. Admission 21. French 30-9Y 13. Dance 35 under this category is not automatic. Check 22. French 31 14. Dance Composition 35 the specific admission requirements for the 23. French Language Arts 30-1 15. Directing 35 program you want to enter. 24. French Language Arts 30-2 16. Drama 30 25. German Lang & Culture 30-3Y 17. Drawing(Adv Techn) 35(CTS-5Cr) Unclassified Student 26. German Lang & Culture 30-6Y 18. Film Studies 35 You may take a maximum of two courses 27. German Lang & Culture 30-9Y 19. General Music 30 per term without presenting documents. 28. German Language Arts 30 20. Instrumental Jazz 35 Prerequisites for courses must be presented. 29. German Language Arts 35 21. Instrumental Music 30 22. Jazz Dance 35

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23. Music 35 Alberta Education Courses Used For CAP - Alberta Education Grade 24. Musical Theatre 35 Admission and Prerequisite Comparison 25. Painting (Adv Techn) 35 Alberta Education RDC CAP Note: This grade comparison does not 26. Performing Arts 35A Course Name Course Name represent grade conversions made by RDC 27. Portfolio Art 35 Accounting 10/20 Accounting 075 instructors when grades are assigned. It is 28. Pottery/Ceramics(Adv Techn) 35 Biology 10/20 Biology 075 a statement of competence equivalency 29. Sculpting (Adv Techn) 35 Biology 30 Biology 095 between Career and Academic Preparation 30. Shooting the Screenplay 35 Chemistry 10/20 Chemistry 075 Program and Alberta Education courses and 31. Tap Dance 35 Chemistry 30 Chemistry 095 is used for admission purposes only. 32. Technical Theatre 35 Computing 20 Computing 085 33. Technical Theatre EPS 35 ELA 10-1/ELA 20-2 English 075 Alberta CAP 34. Theatre Arts 35 ELA 30-1 English 095 Education % gpa CAP 35. Vocal Jazz 35 ELA 30-2 English 090 100 - 90 4.00 A, A+ French 10/20 French 101 89 3.95 Group C (Sciences) French 30 French 102 88 3.90 1. Biology 30 Math 10C Math 75 87 3.85 2. Chemistry 30 Math 20-2 Math 85 86 3.80 3. Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 Math 20-1 Math 85 85 3.75 4. Mathematics 31 Math 30-2 Math 92 84 3.70 A– 5. Physics 30 Math 30-1 Math 96 83 3.63 6. Science 30 Math 31 Math 97 82 3.56 7. Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Physics 10/20 Physics 075 81 3.50 Level, Career and Technology Studies Physics 30 Physics 095 80 3.43 (CTS) (5 credits) Social Studies 13 No equivalent 79 3.37 Social Studies 23 No equivalent 78 3.30 B+ Group D (Optional Subjects) Social Studies 30 Social Studies 095 77 3.23 5 credits at the 30, 33 or 35 level (Grade 12) Social Studies 33 Social Studies 090 76 3.15 Spanish 10/20 Spanish 101 75 3.08 Note: May also include two three-credit Spanish 30 Spanish 102 74 3.00 B Alberta grade 12 subjects (Excluding Special 73 2.93 Projects 30) or five credits in Advanced 72 2.85 Series Career and Technology (CTS) courses. 71 2.78 70 2.70 B– Note: Math 30 Applied, Social Studies 69 2.60 30-2, and FLA 30-2 are considered Group 68 2.50 D subjects, as long as a higher level in the 67 2.40 same subject is not also used for admission. 66 2.30 C+ For example, if Math 30-1 is used to 65 2.23 satisfy the Group C requirement, Math 30 64 2.15 Applied can’t be used to satisfy a Group D 63 2.08 requirement. 62 2.00 C 61 1.93 RDC Career and Academic Preparation 60 1.85 (CAP) courses and upgrading courses from 59 1.78 other colleges are equivalent to Alberta 58 1.70 C– high school diploma courses for admission 57 1.60 purposes. 56 1.50 55 1.40 54 1.30 D+ 53 1.23 52 1.15 51 1.08 50 1.00 D 0-49 0.00 F

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Credentials from Other Provinces and Note: Applicants applying to the Career Residency Requirement Countries and Academic Preparation or Transitional In order to qualify for an RDC program If you are from another province or country, Vocational Program are not required to credential, students must complete 50% of you must have courses comparable to those demonstrate English language proficiency the credit requirements for the credential of Alberta applicants. Contact the Office at the levels noted for credit programs. through enrollment in RDC courses. Please of the Registrar for information on specific Placement assessments are used for note that some RDC programs may have a requirements. admission to these programs. Equivalent different residency requirement. English Language Arts 30-1 courses are English Language Proficiency Requirement available through the Career and Academic Apply to RDC (ELP) Preparation program. You may apply online through Apply Alberta Applicants whose first language is not (see below) or complete a printed application English must demonstrate English Language Note: Applicants must also meet all other form. This application will replace any previous Proficiency for admission to credit programs by program admission requirements including application(s) you submitted. Youíll be presenting evidence of one of the following: the English course and minimum grade considered only for the program indicated 1. Successful completion of three years of full- required for the program. Enrolment in on the most recent application submitted. time education in English, at the secondary English as a Second Language (ESL) course Application forms will not be processed until or post-secondary level: or programs will not be included in the the application fee has been received. • completed within Canada including the calculation of three years of full time study. grade 12 year Enrolment must be in a regular high school or Note: If you are an apprenticeship student, • completed in another country where post-secondary credit program. you must first be registered with Alberta English is recognized as an official Apprenticeship and Industry Training and language of instruction (see chart at Note: Applicants to the Pharmacy Technician then may enrol in technical training by calling www.rdc.ab.ca/elp) Program must also meet the language 403.342.3100. • completed at a recognized school or proficiency requirements of National institution which uses English as the Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Note: If you are a current RDC student primary language of instruction Authorities. For more information go to and want to change your program for the 2. Successful completion of the equivalent Pharmacy Technician Diploma. following term or year, you can submit of three years of full-time instruction in a Change of Program application online a school or institution in Canada where Enrolment Quotas and Limits through TheLoop account or submit a primary or official language of instruction Many RDC programs and courses have limited printed form in person at the Registrarís was not English, but where the level of enrolment, and fill quickly due to a high Office. There is no application fee for this English proficiency required for graduation number of applications. process. is equivalent to that in English language secondary schools or post-secondary Home School Applicant Application Fees institutions in Canada. RDC recognizes that students learn and acquire See the Fees section. 3. Completion of English Language Arts 30-1 knowledge in a variety of settings. Nonetheless, or equivalent with a minimum grade of this learning needs to be measured. Applicants When To Apply 60%. must meet competence equivalency for the We continue accepting applications until 4. Successful completion of : prerequisite courses required for admission to the program is full or until the end of the TOEFL minimum score of 550 paper based, the specific program. first week of classes. Students are admitted or 213 computer based, or 80 (*91) internet on a first come first serve basis. Therefore, it based. An applicant, who has completed a Home is better to get your application in sooner OR Education Program, may qualify for admission rather than later. Applications are accepted IELTS minimum score of 6.5 (*6.5) overall, in three ways: according to the dates published in the with at least 5.5 (*6.0) on each band score. 1. Successfully pass Alberta Education Academic Schedule. You must take the Academic level of the Diploma Exams or other provincial IELTS test for admission purposes. education equivalents. Opening day for applications: OR 2. Apply to the RDC Career and Academic Term Month Day CAEL minimum score of 60 overall, with at Preparation and successfully complete Fall October 1 least 60 on each band score. the RDC High School equivalent courses Winter April 1 OR required for program admission. Spring August 1 MELAB minimum score of 77 (*81) overall, 3. Apply to a RDC program and with at least 72 (*78) on each band score. subsequently submit a Recognition of Applications will be processed on the first OR Prior Learning (RPL) application; then business day following these dates. Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) apply for a Challenge Examination of RDC minimum score of 59 and a minimum High School equivalent courses required score of 56 in each band. for program admission.

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Note: International applicants have Applicants with International Transcripts Application Processing different deadlines and requirements. See International transcripts may need to be Response Letters to Applications International Admissions on the RDC website assessed by IQAS (International Qualifications You will be advised by mail as to which for more information. Assessment Services). If that is the case, documents are needed to complete your you might be charged an assessment fee application. A Conditional Offer of Admission Transcripts and the assessment takes and average of is given if: In order to gain admission to RDC, official 4-6 months. See International Admissions • Your application form shows that you transcripts of all previous high school and on the RDC website for more information have completed or are completing the post-secondary education must be sent including whether or not your transcript program admission requirements. directly from the issuing institution to RDC. can be assessed by RDC or will require IQAS • You submit official documents (such The envelope must not be opened prior to assessment. as final transcripts) before the program arriving at RDC. begins. Submitting a New Application Online Document deadlines Fall Winter Spring (credit card required): Note: Acceptance may be cancelled if term term term You can submit an online application to RDC these documents are not received by stated Domestic Applicants Aug15 Dec15 Apr 1 through Apply Alberta, the Alberta Post- deadlines. International Applicants July 15 Dec 1 Mar 31 Secondary Application System (www.applyalberta.ca). This online Wait Lists Note: Applicants to the following programs application process makes it easy for you If you qualify for admission after the program must submit official or in-progress transcripts to apply for admission and if you attended has filled, you will be placed on a wait by March 1, to be considered for admission high school or post-secondary in Alberta, list. You will be advised if space becomes to the next academic year: your transcripts will automatically be sent available. Bachelor of Science, Engineering electronically to RDC at no cost to you. Bachelor of Science, Nursing Clear Admission Practical Nurse diploma Submitting a New Paper Application Clear admission will be offered when (credit card required or pay in person): all final documents have been received, Transcripts submitted after March 1 will You can submit a paper application by showing you have met all program determine your position on the waitlist. mail, fax or in person. Please note that admission requirements. Please refer to the specific program entry in applications are not processed until the Academic Calendar for more information. payment is received. Deferring Your Acceptance for Admission You can defer your acceptance once if you Send transcripts to: Method of submission Form of payment are unable to attend because of special Office of the Registrar circumstances. You must inform the Office Fax to 403.357.3660 American 100 College Boulevard of the Registrar in writing if you wish to Express, Box 5005 defer acceptance. Mastercard, Visa Red Deer, AB T4N 5H5 Mail to Red Deer College American Cancelling Your Program For applicants with courses completed in 100 College Blvd Box 5005 Express, If, for any reason, you cannot attend the Alberta, we will order your official transcripts Red Deer, AB T4N 5H5 Mastercard, Visa, program to which you were admitted, for you. Cheque please notify us of your intention to cancel In person American your admission. To do so, you can e-mail For applicants with courses completed Express, us at [email protected] or phone us outside of Alberta, you will be required to Mastercard, Visa, 403.342.3400. request them directly from the issuing source Cheque or cash and/or educational institution. See the RDC Test and Interview Results website for more information about ordering Readmission Test and interview results will be kept transcripts from other provinces. You must reapply if: confidential according to College policy and • You are accepted and do not attend, the Freedom of Information and Protection Note: All documents submitted become or of Privacy Act. You may ask the Registrar the property of the College. They are not • You completely withdraw from a program, for results of tests given by the College for returned to you. or admission purposes. If you have been • You leave the College for one term or rejected on the basis of interviews, you can Note: If you are still in high school or from more (Spring/Summer excluded). ask for the rationale for rejection from the out of province, please declare your grade 12 Current admission policy will apply in most program Chairperson. courses on the application so we can make cases. an initial decision regarding your admission.

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Choosing Another Program Health Fee - Fall Term If you are not admitted into the program (12 months coverage, Sept - Aug) $ 128.00 of your choice, you will be told the reason Fees Health Fee - Winter Term and offered assistance in choosing another Subject to change (8 months coverage, Jan - Aug) $ 85.33 program. See www.rdc.ab.ca/tuition_fees iCard - Replacement $ 20.00 Tuition and Student Association Fees are -Withdrawal $ 25.00 Refusal of Admission charged on the number of billing credits for -Photo Replacement/Duplicate $ 5.00 The College reserves the right to refuse the courses in which you are registered. Some -Printing/Photocopying admission to any person. courses are also assessed Material and Special -white bond $ .10 Fees and are subject to change. -color $ .50 Appeal of an Admission Decision Late Fee/Re-registration Fee $ 45.00 Contact the Registrar if you have concerns Note: Students enrolled in the Mount Parking Replacement Cards $ 10.00 about an admission decision. Royal University (MRU) Bachelor of Business Prior Learning Assessment 75% of . Administration Program and charged MRU approved tuition fee Assessment tuition fees. Program Cancellation Fee $ 50.00 To assist students in registering in courses Canadian Citizens and Permanent (per course to a maximum of $250.00) for which they have adequate preparation, Residents 2016/2017 Returned Cheque Charge $ 40.00 RDC requires or suggests assessment in the Approved Tuition (per billing credit) Supplemental Exam $ 75.00 All Programs $ 110.50/cr following areas: T2202A Replacement Fee $ 10.00 SA Fee $ 5.00/cr Transfer Credit $ 65.00 Communications Course Placement International Students 2016/2017 Students will be required to take a College To waive, add family or re-activate Student (per billing credit) Health and Dental Plans, contact the placement test before registering in a Tuition $ 330.00/cr Student Benefits Plan Office by September 200-level written communications course. SA Fee $ 5.00/cr 23, 2016 for Fall term and January 13, 2017 (Students with 60% or greater in English for Winter term (403.356.4982 or Other Fees 30 or ELA 30-1 will be exempted from www.mystudentplan.ca) this test). Students who do not achieve a Activity & Wellness Fee/term $ 22.00 satisfactory mark in this test will be required Advanced Placement $ 55.00 to complete COMM 150 before they can Application Fee register in the required 200-level course. - Canadian Resident $ 100.00 Students should take the placement test - International Students $ 200.00 early in the event preparatory work (COMM Challenge Exams $ 110.50 150) is required. (per academic credit) Courier Cost for Transcript Mathematics Diagnostic Test - Domestic $ 15.00 First year university math is difficult for - U.S. $ 30.00 many students. RDC offers the opportunity - International $ 45.00 for students registering in the courses to Change of Program Fee First one free complete a diagnostic test prior to the $50 each after start of classes. Completion of the test will Deferral or Late Charge $ 40.00 allow students to anticipate weak areas Course Schedule / Confirmation and receive assistance prior to and during of Enrollment Letters printed $10 classes. Dental Fee - Fall Term (12 months coverage, Sept - Aug) $ 128.00 Placement Testing Dental Fee - Winter Term Placement Testing is a requirement for all (8 months coverage, Jan-Aug) $ 128.00 students wishing to enter the Career and Diploma/Cert. Replacement $ 60.00 Academic Preparation Program. Students Extension to Incomplete Grade $ 50.00 needing or wishing to take High School Facility, Service & Tech Fee $ 10.00 equivalency courses may be required to Graduation Gown Rental $ 30.00 arrange for placement testing prior to registration.

12 www.rdc.ab.ca PRIOR LEARNING Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

RPL is the assessment processes that are used to evaluate and provide Advanced Placement (within Red Deer College) recognition for the knowledge, skills and attitudes that people Recognizes learning that enables students to waive a prerequisite have acquired in their lives which includes formal learning, non- and register directly into a higher-level course, or acknowledges that formal learning and informal learning. RPL can take various forms, the desired learning outcomes have been achieved in an equivalent Advanced Placement (AP), Challenge Exam (A-F or WD), Prior Learning course. Advanced Placement is applicable for students transferring Assessment and Recognition (PL), or Transfer Credit (TR), and the courses across programs within Red Deer College (noted as “AP” in the associated outcomes can be used for different purposes relevant to the College transcript). If a prerequisite or equivalent course is waived, no individual\’s educational program at RDC. credit for the prerequisite or equivalent course is granted.

To qualify for an RDC program credential, students must complete Challenge at least 25% of the credit requirements for the credential through A Challenge examination process may allow students to obtain enrolment in RDC courses. a formal grade (A-F or WD) on their College transcript when their prior learning is recognized. Students applying for a Challenge Exam It is the responsibility of the applicant or student to provide the must complete and submit an RPL application, accompanied by the assessors of Red Deer College with any transcripts, course outlines, or appropriate supporting documentation, as determined by the College descriptions, or any other documentation necessary to support the Assessors, outlining the previous course-specific learning which prior learning application. qualifies the application. Upon approval of a Challenge Exam by the College, the student must pay the requisite non-refundable Challenge Recognition of prior learning applications that are not approved may fee and register in the Challenge section of the course. The outcome of be appealed to the Registrar. The Registrar’s decision is final. the Challenge process will be indicated as a comment for the requisite course on the official transcript, indicate the grade earned and the Fees appropriate credit weight. The outcome of the Challenge is indicated A Recognition of Prior Learning fee may be levied to support the on the transcript regardless of the grade obtained. assessment process. Refer to the Fees section of this guide. • .Students may not challenge an RDC course for which they have already received a passing grade. Students may challenge an RDC Application Timelines course which they have previously failed, if, subsequent to taking In order to receive recognition of prior learning by the College, the the course, they have obtained another learning experience individual requesting the prior learning assessment must have applied elsewhere. and/or been admitted to a credit program at Red Deer College. • .Students may not challenge a course previously waived as a pre- Students do not have to be registered in a course to apply for RPL. requisite for a higher-level course, or where Advanced Placement (AP), Prior Learning Credit (PL), or Transfer Credit (TR) has already Please submit RPL applications approximately eight weeks prior to been granted. the commencement of courses. RPL applications for transfer credit • .A challenge must be completed within the term in which the assessment require official transcripts (required for admission). Other student is registered in the Challenge section of the course and supporting documentation, academic course outlines or descriptions, on or before the last day of final exams for that term. Once the may be attached to the RPL application. challenge is complete, the notation “Challenge” is placed as a course comment underneath the course on the transcript; and For more information, call 403.342.3400 or email: [email protected]. a grade is also assigned. If the student is unable to complete the Challenge exam before the last day of the final exams in the term Restrictions in which they are registered for the Challenge, they may apply to Not all RDC courses are eligible for Prior Learning Assessment and Withdraw from the Challenge process. If a student is granted a Recognition, Transfer Credit, Challenge or Advanced Placement; withdrawal from the Challenge process, the notation “WD”, with restricted courses are identified in the Course Descriptions section of the Challenge comment appears on the transcript. this guide.

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Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) Transfer Credit Credit obtained through a Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition Transfer Credit may be granted when a student provides appropriate (PLAR) process, acknowledges learning that may have taken place in documentation of an equivalent course taken at another post- a venue other than a traditional post-secondary classroom. Students secondary institution. The Alberta Transfer Guide, or other provincial considering engaging in a PLAR process are strongly encouraged to transfer guide(s) and academic calendar course descriptions/outlines contact the Assessment and Articulation Services Coordinator for more will be used to determine if the course may be formally recognized. detailed information. Recognition may also be granted for learning experiences which are equivalent to an identified RDC course (i.e. practica or studio). In these PLAR applicants must complete an RPL application form, and must cases, the student must provide documentation acceptable to the provide the College Assessors with any and all transcripts, course College. outlines/descriptions, or other documentation necessary to support their PLAR application. RDC uses a “Course Credit” model of granting Official Transcripts, Academic Course/Outlines and other supporting PLAR credit. Therefore, any credit awards using this process will be documentation as determined by the College Assessor must be based on the applicant meeting the requisite course outcomes and/ provided by the student. Foreign language documents must be or demonstrated competencies specific to current College course translated and certified by an accredited translator. Transfer credit curricula. RDC does not grant PLAR credit on a program level, nor will is applicable for students who are bringing programs and courses the College grant unspecified PLAR credit. from other post-secondary and educational institutions at the post- secondary level. Students not eligible for Transfer Credit may explore If a PLAR process is approved, assessment may take the form of: other RPL options. • .A portfolio; written summary of learning gained from informal learning experiences. When Transfer Credit is granted, the information will appear on • Letters of attestation from employers and/or associates that the College transcript as “TR”, with the appropriate credit weight support claim of competency. attached, but no grade is assigned. Students will be advised of the • Photos and/or videos that demonstrate skills/competence or fee requirement, if applicable, after submission of their completed RPL products of learning. application. • References from relevant professionals who support claims of skill mastery within the appropriate context. To qualify for an RDC program credential, students must complete • Annotated summary of group projects with clear delineation of at least 25% of the credit requirements for the credential through individual skills mastered. enrolment in RDC courses. • Performance/assessment reports from current employers. • Essays, projects, assignments or other course appropriate Letter of Permission evaluation strategies. Students may obtain a Letter of Permission (Visiting Student Letter), • Standardized tests: Paper & pencil or computerized tests may be requesting formal recognition of course work to be completed in the used to assess theoretical or applied knowledge relevant to the future at another post-secondary institution on their RDC transcript in College curricula being reviewed for credit . the form of Transfer Credit. Using an RPL application to request a letter • Skills assessments: Such an assessment will be a demonstration of of permission, students must provide the relevant details of the course skills within a prescribed environment, i.e. laboratory or practicum they propose to take as the basis of the Letter of Permission is a pre- setting, for the express purpose of assessing an individual\’s ability approval of equivalent course curriculum. to meet the learning outcomes of a RDC course or program, and obtain relevant College credit. Advanced Placement Program (from high school) • Review of Employer-Based Training: Review of private or public AP graduates may receive academic credit at RDC for their AP sector-sponsored training programs. credential earned during high school. Only AP grades of 4 or 5 are • Other strategies as determined by the Assessors, that enable a accepted for transfer credit. An official AP transcript is required for comparison of learning outcomes/competencies and specific assessment. course curricula. Transfer credit at RDC will be awarded based on current articulation If credit is granted via this process, the information will appear on the agreements with Alberta Universities as cited in the Alberta Transfer College transcript as “PL”, with the appropriate credit weight attached, Guide. For courses not governed by an articulation agreement, but no grade is assigned. students may choose to pursue a Challenge process in order to obtain academic credit at RDC. Many universities will not recognize a grade of “PL” on an official transcript, students should check with the receiving institution before When registering please tell your Advisor that you have AP courses. initiating a PLAR process. Caution must be exercised as Advanced Standing for AP courses may not be recognized by some receiving institutions. Policies of institutions which you plan to attend after Red Deer College should be taken into account.

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International Baccalaureate When registering please tell your Advisor that you have IB courses. IB graduates may receive up to 30 credits (five full course equivalents) Caution must be exercised as Advanced Standing for IB courses may at RDC for their IB Diploma earned during high school. IB grades of 5 not be recognized by some receiving institutions. Policies of institutions or lower will not be accepted for transfer credit at RDC. An official IB which you plan to attend after Red Deer College should be taken into transcript is required for assessment. account.

Transfer credit at RDC will be awarded based on current articulation Note: Students who plan to major in the physical sciences will agreements with Alberta Universities as cited in the Alberta Transfer be required by RDC to take the appropriate first year courses in Guide. For courses not governed by an articulation agreement, mathematics and chemistry or to write challenge examinations rather students may choose to pursue a Challenge process in order to obtain than to accept transfer credit for RDC Mathematics 212 and RDC academic credit at RDC. Chemistry 211.

Tech Prep - Articulation Agreement existing with the Technology Preparation Consortium include: Secondary Courses Red Deer College Course Equivalents Community Health Modules 1040, 1050, 1080, 2050, 2070, 3020, 3040, 3050 ECD 211 & Course Audit Community Health 2120 Grad requirement for some programs Community Health 2070 (ASL 1) Rehabilitation 351 Community Health - Health Science Modules (Advanced) and NAIT EMR Certificate Rehabilitation 205 Community Health 3010-3030, 3070, 3100 Second year Social Work Option - 3 credits Community Health - Health Science Modules (80% minimum mark) Advanced progress in first two years of Nursing Construction Technologies Modules Advanced Progress in first year apprenticeship Electro-Technologies Modules Advanced Progress in first year apprenticeship Fabrication Studies Modules Advanced Progress in first year apprenticeship Fashion Studies Modules 1030-1060, 2020, 2030, 2050-2110, 3020-3060, 3090 Drama 105 Financial Management 2010, 2050, 3030, 3020, 3040 Hospitality 202 (non-accounting majors only) Financial Management 2010, 2050, 3010, 3020, 3040 Hospitality 202 (non-accounting majors only) Financial Management 1010-1030 Office Administration 120 Financial Management 2020-2050 Office Administration 121 Foods 2150 Hospitality 215 Information Processing 1010, 1030, 1040, 2050, 2070, 2080 Hospitality 213 Information Processing 3110, 3120 & CMPT 110 Projects Computing 110 Information Processing 1010, 1030, 1040, 2040 Hospitality 307 Information Processing 3030 Law 125 Information Processing 3040 Law 235 Information Processing 2050 Law 126 Information Processing 2040 Office Administration 110 Information Processing 2050-2080, 2120 Office Administration 100/101 Information Processing 3030 Office Administration 111 Information Processing 2170, 2160, 3150 - 3170 & CSYS 112 final exam and assignment Computer Systems Technology 112 Tourism Studies 1010, 1020 Hospitality 301 Tourism Studies 1030 (Alberta Best or equivalent) Hospitality 233 Work Experience (250 hours relevant experience) Meets Social Work entrance requirement Work Experience (250 hours relevant experience) Hospitality & Tourism Practicum - HOSP 209, 217, or 224 depending on student’s major Work Site Learning (250 hours) One of: Industry-related placements only Hospitality 209 (Marketing major) Advanced credit relevant to student’s major Hospitality 224 (Accounting major) Hospitality 217 (Food and Beverage major)

Students seeking advanced credit at the college level must be registered as Tech Prep students in high school, complete the high school courses identified by individual college programs, and focus their studies in the most relevant CTS strand to the college program that they are entering.

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Red Deer College Acting Stream graduates will be prepared to audition for performance roles in feature films, movies of the week, series television, commercials, Bachelor of Applied and voice-overs. With experience and proven ability, graduates from both streams may also advance into entrepreneurial roles as directors, writers, and Motion Picture Arts producers, supervising content creation in a wide variety of current and emerging media. Associate Dean Dr Peter Fielding Admission Requirements E-mail: [email protected] 1. You must have completed 2 years of a post-secondary Theatre Local calls: 403.342.3400 Studies Program (or equivalent) with a minimum 2.00 GPA. Other Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 related post-secondary credits and/or equivalent experience will be considered. The Program AND The Applied Degree in Motion Picture Arts enables students who have 2. You must complete a successful audition and/or interview/ completed two years of post-secondary theatre studies (or equivalent) portfolio. Further guidelines regarding audition/interview to expand and apply their primary theatre training to the rapidly expectations are available at through the School of Creative Arts. growing motion picture, television and multimedia industries. The two years of completed theatre studies is followed by a program year Program Content (3rd year) of intensive theory and hands-on instruction culminating Production Stream in an advanced certificate in Performance or Production. Students Year 3 may then choose to go on to the final (4th year) which is a credited MPA 301 Motion Picture Fundamentals I mentored work experience the equivalent of two four-month terms MPA 302 Motion Picture Fundamentals II or the opportunity to complete a substantial motion picture project. MPA 303 Motion Picture Business/Career Path The program has two streams: the Production Stream and the Acting MPA 304 Screenwriting Techniques Stream. MPA 305 Motion Picture Directing MPA 311 Motion Picture Technology Related Careers MPA 315 Motion Picture Production I The motion picture industry is a major contributor to the North MPA 316 Motion Picture Production II American economy and is at the forefront of the digital revolution. The MPA 320 Motion Picture Projects I producers of feature films, television series and commercials seek gifted MPA 321 Motion Picture Projects II storytellers, actors, artists and technicians with strong backgrounds in the dramatic arts. Existing theatre programs provide a solid foundation Year 4 for advanced study in narrative motion picture acting and production. MPA 403 and MPA 404 The MPA program provides students with the specific skills and experience they need to gain an advantage in this highly competitive Acting Stream industry. Year 3 MPA 301 Motion Picture Fundamentals I Graduates of the Production Stream will apply their broad-based MPA 302 Motion Picture Fundamentals II understanding of the nature of production to pursue multiple MPA 303 Motion Picture Business/Career Path job tracks as their careers progress. Typically, graduates will begin MPA 304 Screenwriting Techniques employment at entry levels in various areas of the industry, including MPA 305 Motion Picture Directing cinematography, camera operation, digital editing, production design, MPA 312 Audition Techniques sound recording, production management, and special effects. Some MPA 317 Motion Picture Acting I graduates may choose to act as self-employed contractors in their own MPA 318 Motion Picture Acting II creative business ventures. MPA 320 Motion Picture Projects I MPA 321 Motion Picture Projects II

Year 4 MPA 403 and MPA 404

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Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 University of Calgary For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. Bachelor of Arts Students may be eligible for a partial tuition refund depending on the nature of their 4th year practicum experience. Psychology Major Graduation Requirements Sociology Major You must pass all of the required Year 3 courses in the Production or Acting Stream and satisfactorily complete both 4th year work Associate Dean experience or production courses with a two year GPA of 2.00 to Dr. Tim Heath receive the Bachelor of Applied Motion Picture Arts. E-mail: [email protected] Local calls: 403.342.3400 Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630

The Program University of Calgary The University of Calgary/Red Deer College Bachelor of Arts Collaborative Degree is a 4 year program (40 half year courses) that can be completed entirely on the Red Deer College campus. Bachelor of Social Work Psychology or Sociology Majors are available. An optional Minor in Anthropology, Communication Studies English, History, Philosophy, The University of Calgary, Faculty of Social Work, Learning Circle Political Science, Psychology, or Sociology may also be completed. Route, offers an innovative variation of the Bachelor of Social Work degree at the Red Deer College campus. Students attend nine-hour Students take the first 2 years of a Red Deer College B.A. university modules on alternate weekends throughout the Fall and Winter transfer program. (Students with transfer credit or completed terms (normally on Friday evenings and Saturdays). Students enter degrees of diplomas from other institutions can often use it towards the program in September and the application deadline is April 1 Year 1 & 2 and would apply directly to the University of Calgary.) for the following September. They then apply to complete the 3rd and 4th years as a University of Calgary student on the Red Deer College campus. For further information or to obtain the University of Calgary Faculty of Social Work directly at 1.888.492.2083 (toll free) or check the Year 1 & 2 courses are Red Deer College university transferable website at www.fsw.ucalgary.ca. courses taught by RDC Faculty. Year 3 & 4 courses are taught by a combination of University of Calgary and Red Deer College Faculty.

The B.A. degree awarded is the same degree granted to students who complete their course work at the University of Calgary. Graduation requirements are the same as those outlined in the University of Calgary Calendar. (See “Graduation Requirements” later in this section for program details.)

Students may maintain part-time status and can start their program with evening classes, but eventually must take day time classes to complete their degree.

Related Careers The purpose of a university education in the arts is not just to train you for a specific job, but to help you develop general skills that can be put to use in many different work situations. The Conference Board of Canada has identified the following as critical skills required for Canada’s workforce: • Academic Skills (Communication, Thinking, Learning, Research). • Personal Management Skills (Positive Attitudes/Behaviours, Responsibility, Adaptability). • Teamwork Skills ( Working with Others).

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Bachelor of Arts students have exceptional opportunities to learn Application to Year 3 (University of Calgary at RDC) and hone these skills while also acquiring a background in their The University of Calgary (U of C) accepts students into the specific area(s) of interest. collaborative program for the Fall term ONLY. Apply now at: www.rdc.ab.ca/uofc-ba-degree. The application deadline is usually Sociology graduates may obtain employment in related areas such as March 1; however, for early registration and better course selection, social services, corrections, research, statistics, and government service. complete your application for Fall admission by December. Refer to the site listed above for further details. If you wish to take U Psychology graduates might obtain employment in related areas such of C courses prior to formal admission to the Bachelor of Arts as social services, counselling, law enforcement, human resources, life Collaborative Program, consult the B.A. Collaborative Degree Office skills training, or government service. about becoming a part-time U of C Open Studies student.

Bachelor of Arts graduates may also go on to professional studies Admission Requirements to Year 3 for example in fields such as law, business, education, etc.) or may (University of Calgary at Red Deer College) continue to graduate studies for a Master’s or Doctoral degree in their specific area of interest. Graduate work is required in order for a student For admission to Year 3 you will need: to become a Chartered Psychologist or to become an instructor or 1. Sociology Majors: ELA 30-1 or acceptable equivalent. (Note: researcher at the university level. Acceptable equivalent from RDC is ENGL 095). or Psychology Majors: ELA 30-1 and Math 30 (Pure) (or Math 31) Admission Requirements or acceptable equivalents. Note: Acceptable equivalents from Application & Admission Requirements to Years 1 & 2 RDC are ENGL 095, MATH 096 (or MATH 097). (Red Deer College) 2. A minimum of 14 half course equivalents (i.e. 42 transfer credits) Apply to the Red Deer College Bachelor of Arts university transfer of applicable university-level work already completed (normally program to complete Years 1 & 2 (i.e. the first 14-20 half course by the end of the previous Winter term). equivalents) of your 40 course degree. Admission requirements are 3. Sociology Majors: A minimum grade point average of 2.3 (on listed under the Bachelor of Arts (university transfer program) section of the 4.00 scale, approximately “C” average) over your most recent the Red Deer College calendar. 10 half course equivalents (30 transfer credits) university-level work. If you do not have the high school courses you need to enter the 4. Psychology Majors: .A minimum 2.8 (subject to change) the RDC B.A. transfer program directly, RDC offers high school upgrading actual GPA required for acceptance may be higher. Check the courses, which you can take before or during the start of your degree Program Page www.rdc.ab.ca/ uofc_collab_degree or the U of C program. Consult an Academic Advisor or check the Career and Registrar’s Office for details. Academic Preparatory program sections of the RDC Calendar for details. Although it is not required, it is strongly recommended that you have completed the following RDC courses or equivalents by the end You may already have credit towards Year 1 & 2 of your degree if you of Year 2. Otherwise course sequencing may be affected and the have taken a 2 year post-secondary diploma program or university remaining courses may have to be taken over a period longer than transferable post secondary courses. Contact the B.A. Collaborative 2 years: Degree Office to have your previous course work assessed before you Psychology Majors: RDC PSYC 260, PSYC 261 & PSYC 312 (full register in further Red Deer College courses. year).; Sr PSYC (12 credits) chosen from Foundation courses. Sociology Majors: RDC SOCI 260, SOCI 261, SOCI 310, SOCI Note: A maximum of 20 half course equivalents (60 transfer credits) 312, SOCI 332 & SOCI 333; SR SOCI (6 credits). from Red Deer College and/or any institutions other than the University of Calgary may be transferred into this program. In order for a course to Note: A maximum of 20 half course equivalents (60 transfer credits) transfer, a minimum grade of “D” or better must have been achieved in from Red Deer College and/or any institutions other than the University the course. But no more than 6 credits “D” or “D+” grade are allowed in of Calgary may be transferred into this program. In order for a course to courses in the major field. A minimum grade of C- in any preprequisite transfer, a minimum grade of “D” or better must have been achieved in courses. the course.

If you will exceed the 20 half course equivalent transfer limit If you will exceed the 20 half course equivalent transfer limit before the next Fall Year 3 U of C program intake, consult the B.A. before the next Fall Year 3 U of C program intake, consult the B.A. Collaborative Degree Office about taking courses as a part-time U Collaborative Degree Office about taking courses as a U of C Open of C Open Studies student. Studies student.

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Fees Note: Do not exceed 8 HCE PSYC courses while an RDC student. You pay Red Deer College fees for Year 1 & 2 of this program. One Apply to the U of C (at RDC) Year 3 program during 2nd year. You full year of course work usually consists of ten 3 credit courses (30 MUST have ELA 30-1 or equivalent for admission to the U of C (at credits). RDC) PSYC program. While MATH 30-1 or MATH 31 or equivalent is required prior to taking PSYC 312, it is not an admission Once you have been admitted to the University of Calgary B.A. requirement. Program Year 3 (at Red Deer College), you will pay all required fees to the University. Fees are charged per half course. The normal load University of Calgary (at Red Deer College) Student for a full-time student is 5 half courses per term in Fall & Winter Year 3 terms. • 3 HCEs of PSYC 400-level (including 1 HCE with lab) (9 credits) • 2 HCEs PSYC 300-level Foundation courses (or more to complete Check the Program Page (www.rdc.ab.ca/uofc-ba-degree) or each Foundation courses) institution’s fee schedule for updated fees. • 5 HCEs Options Options

Academic Rules & Regulations Year 4 Once you have been admitted to the University of Calgary (at Red • 3 HCEs of PSYC 400-level (including 1 HCE with lab) (9 credits) Deer College), you are subject to the U of C’s academic deadlines, • 7 HCEs Options rules and regulations. The “U of C at RDC” Student Handbook on the Program Page (www.rdc.ab.ca/uofc-ba-degree) summarizes much Notes: of the important information. Details are available in the • PSYC Foundations Courses: All students must take: U of C Calendar. - PSYC 312 (as above) - PSYC 341 Social Psychology Graduation Requirements - PSYC 353 Developmental or PSYC 357 Adult Development & Aging - PSYC 369 Sensation & Perception or PSYC 358 Cognition Course requirements to graduate with each of the degrees are - PSYC 375 Brain & Behaviour outlined in the current University of Calgary Calendar under “Faculty - PSYC 383 Personality or PSYC 389 Abnormal Psychology of Arts” Program planning assistance is available from the B.A. • Maximum 20 HCE PSYC in degree. Collaborative Degree Office. • No more than 16 half-year courses above can be Junior (200-level). The following program outlines are designed to give an overview • Maximum 8 half-course equivalents can be taken in the major of the degree requirements and recommended course sequencing. while a RDC student. These requirements are unofficial and subject to change. Please refer to the U of C Collaborative Office www.rdc.ab.ca/uofc-ba-degree for the most up to date information regarding these programs. Do not SOCIOLOGY MAJOR base your course selections on the information contained here; this is Recommended sequence of courses 10 half course equivalents for general information purposes only. (HCE’s) per year.

The University of Calgary (at Red Deer College) B.A. Collaborative Red Deer College Student Degree Program degree consists of a minimum of 40 half course Year 1 equivalents as follows: • SOCI 260 & SOCI 261 - Sociological Concepts & Perspectives & Canadian Society (6 credits) PSYCHOLOGY MAJOR • Science requirement (6 credits) • Non-SOCI options (18 credits) Recommended sequence of courses 10 half course equivalents (HCE’s) per year. Year 2 • SOCI 312 & SOCI 310 - Intro to Social Methodology & Intro to Red Deer College Student Social Statistics (6 credits) Year 1 • SOCI 332 & SOCI 333 - The Development of Sociology I & II • PSYC 260 & PSYC 261 - Basic Psychological Processes & Social & • Sr SOCI (6 credits) Individual Behaviour (6 credits) • Non-SOCI Options (12 credits) • Science requirement (6 credits) • Non-PSYC Options (18 credits) Apply to the U of C (at RDC) Year 3 program during 2nd year. You MUST have ELA 30-1 or equivalent for admission to the U of C (at Year 2 RDC) SOCI program. • PSYC 312 (full year) - Experimental Design & Quantitative Research Methods • Sr PSYC courses chosen from Foundations courses (12 credits) • Non-PSYC Options (12 credits) www.rdc.ab.ca 19 DEGREE COMPLETION PROGRAMS

University of Calgary (at Red Deer College) Student PHILOSOPHY MINOR Year 3 Include at least 10 HCEs in the field of Philosophy of which 6 HCEs • 2 HCEs of SOCI 400-level must be at the senior level. • 1 HCE SOCI 315 Social Statistics II • 7 HCEs Options POLITICAL SCIENCE MINOR Include at least 10 HCEs in the field of Political Science of which 6 Year 4 HCEs must be at the senior level. • 2 HCEs of SOCI 400-level • 8 HCEs Options PSYCHOLOGY MINOR Include at least 10 HCEs in the field of Psychology including: Note: • PSYC 260 / PSYC 261 • Maximum 20 HCE SOCI in degree. • PSYC 312 (unless you major is Sociology). • No more than 16 half-year courses above can be Junior (200-level). • Maximum 8 half-course equivalents can be taken in the major while a RDC student. SOCIOLOGY MINOR Include at least 10 HCEs in the field of Sociology of which 6 HCEs SOCIOLOGY MAJOR - HONOURS must be at the senior level. A B.A. Honours Degree in Sociology can be completed at the Red Deer College campus. Program requirements are different than Course Offerings those listed above. See the B.A. Collaborative Degree Office for While enrolled in the University of Calgary B.A. Program at Red Deer program details. College (years 3 and 4), you will take a combination of two types of courses: courses offered on campus directly by the University, and MINOR FIELD Red Deer College courses that have been specifically cross-listed as University of Calgary equivalents. A Minor Field of study is not required but may be completed in the following areas: Each year there will be a selection of courses available, not only in Psychology, and Sociology, but also in other Humanities and Social ANTHROPOLOGY MINOR Sciences disciplines: Anthropology, Classics, Communications, Include at least 10 HCEs in the field of Anthropology of which 6 Economics, Film Studies, French, History, Philosophy, Political HCEs must be at the senior level. Science, and Spanish. A number of Science and Fine Arts courses are also cross-listed in Art, Astronomy, Biology, Computing Science, COMMUNICATIONS STUDIES MINOR Drama, Music and Physiology. Include at least 10 HCEs from the field of Communications including: For further information contact: • RDC courses COMM 271, 341, 369, 371, 375, and 381. U of C B.A Collaborative Degree Office • FILM 201 or 202 Phone: 403.343.4045; Fax: 403.342.3530 • One option: U of C’s COMS 363 which can be taken online or a Email: [email protected] block week film course. See the BA Collab Advisors for details. Website www.rdc.ab.ca/uofc-ba-degree Room 2506I ENGLISH MINOR Box 5005 Include at least 10 HCEs from the field of English including: Red Deer AB (Canada) T4N 5H5 • ENGL 219/ENGL 220 • ENGL 302 (full year) - Intro to Contemporary Theoretical Practices • ENGL 340 (full year) - Literature in English-Middle Ages to Present

HISTORY MINOR Include at least 10 HCEs from the field of History including: • at least 6 HCEs at the senior (300) level. • 1 HCE of HIST at the 400 level (must be taken as an independent study). • 3 HCEs in one field of study (either Canadian or European history).

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Mount Royal University Admission Requirements RDC Business Administration Diploma (all majors), or RDC Financial Services Diploma, or RDC University Transfer Studies Diploma with Bachelor of Business at least 20 courses and 60 credits.. Administration RDC University Transfer Studies Diploma holders are expected to have completed ten of the following thirteen Core BBA Business Associate Dean courses as part of their University Transfer Studies Diploma: Trevor Thomas BUS 306 Introduction to Business Statistics I (or BADM 111) E-mail: [email protected] BUS 307 Introduction to Business Statistics II Local calls: 403.342.3400 ECON 201 Introduction to Microeconomics (or ECON 100) Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 ECON 202 Introduction to Macroeconomics (or ECON 101) BADM 132 Introduction to Marketing The Program ACCT 202 Introduction to Financial Accounting (or ACCT 102) ACCT 204 Managerial Accounting (or ACCT 104) Mount Royal University and Red Deer College have formed a BADM 110 Introduction to Management (or BUS 201) partnership to make the Mount Royal University Bachelor of Business BADM 281 Human Resources Administration Degree - General Management Major Program BUS 303 Introduction to Organizational Behavior available at Red Deer College. Students pursuing a professional BUS 310 Introduction to Finance (or BADM 260) accounting designation will have adequate options available in the BUS 311 Legal Foundations of the Canadian Economy General Management Major to obtain all required prerequisites for COMM 250 Business and Workplace Writing a designation. RDC Business Administration (all majors) Diploma holders, RDC Financial Services Diploma holders, and RDC University University Transfer Studies Diploma holders who have completed Transfer Studies Diploma holders (who have completed the ten of these thirteen courses may be considered for admission to required Core BBA Business courses specified under admission the MRU BBA, but may have to complete those courses in addition requirements) are eligible to apply, and take the third and fourth year to the 20 remaining BBA courses after they have entered the BBA. of the Mount Royal University Degree at Red Deer College. Students may be admitted to the BBA if they have previously The Mount Royal University (MRU) Bachelor of Business completed the RDC Financial Services Diploma. The RDC Financial Administration (BBA) is a four year degree consisting of 40 courses. Services Diploma is no longer being offered; Financial Services is Diploma holders will receive transfer credit for up to 20 courses now a major in the Business Administration Diploma. Graduates of and 60 credits, and normally complete 20 courses over two years of the RDC Financial Service Diploma must see the MRU BBA Program full-time degree studies. Part-time study is available. Application to Student Advisor at RDC for program planning. the 3rd year of the degree program is made to Red Deer College and students attend all classes at Red Deer College. Upon completion of the program, students submit an application to graduate to Mount Program Requirements Royal University. The specific course requirements of the BBA at RDC are based on the courses completed in the student’s diploma and the course Students completing the Bachelor of Business Administration requirements for the degree. The total requirements for the MRU Degree at Red Deer College are governed by Red Deer College BBA include 40 courses: Academic Policies and Procedures regarding academic matters, • 17 Core BBA Business Courses non.academic misconduct and course related issues, including • 9 General Management Major Courses appeals. Students do not have access and may not utilize the • 12 General Education Courses appeal procedures of Mount Royal University. • 2 Elective Courses The afore-mentioned Diplomas provide credit for up to 20 of the 40 courses required by the degree. The remaining 20 courses taken in the 3rd and 4th years must be selected from the list of RDC-MRU Co-Listed Courses. Depending on the specific courses completed in older Diplomas (those earned prior to 2012), students may receive credit for less than 20 courses. Individual advisement is needed to provide a customized plan for students to meet all the course requirements for the degree.

All 3rd and 4th year MRU degree courses must be completed at RDC and recognition will not be given to equivalent courses taken at other post-secondary institutions.

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Program Content their knowledge of the wider social, cultural and natural worlds in Over the 4 years of the degree, including those courses taken in the which they live and work. Diploma, students must complete: The General Education Program is organized around for thematic • 17 Core BBA Business Courses clusters which constitute groups of streams of courses: • 9 General Management Major Courses • 12 General Education Courses Numeracy and Scientific Literacy • 2 Elective Courses These courses aim to develop an understanding of the nature and methods of subjects in the natural sciences, health sciences and Students entering the BBA program with a Business Administration computer science, as well as providing essential mathematical skills Diploma, (depending on each student’s transfer credit), must needed for study at the post-secondary level. complete: 5 Core BBA Business Courses: Values, Beliefs and Identity MGMT 320 Business Statistics II or BUS 307 Business Statistics II These courses provide the opportunity to critically explore the MGMT 410 Global Business Environment values, beliefs and ideas that shape human experience, including MGMT 420 Operations Management understandings and meaning expressed through art, music, literature, MGMT 430 Business Plan Development philosophy and critical thought. There is also opportunity to study the MGMT 490 Strategic Management various media through which cultural expression takes place.

3 Business Major Courses (300/400 level) selected from the following: Community and Society MGMT 450 Leadership (3 credits) Through these courses you will explore the complex intersection of MGMT 460 Change Management (3 credits) interests and relations that constitute social life - from local community MGMT 470 Corporate Social Responsibility (3 credits) to the globalized network of societies. By studying the interlocking of ACCT 306 Auditing (3 credits)* material, moral, and political factors affecting society at all levels, you ACCT 305 Personal & Corporate Income Tax (3 credits)* will acquire knowledge and skills that help you understand and act in ACCT 310 Advanced Financial Accounting (3 credits)* the world in which you are a citizen. ACCT 308 Advanced Managerial Accounting (3 credits)* Communication * Students interested in pursuing a professional accounting These courses focus on the development of an undergraduate level designation are recommended to take these courses as prerequisites of proficiency in written and oral communication across a range of to entering the professional program. media. They will help you develop a capacity for critical reflection on various media and their uses. Opportunity for study in languages other General Education Courses (12) than English will be available in this thematic cluster. • 4 Foundation level courses, one from each cluster • 4 Second Level courses, one from each cluster Students are reminded to seek advising from the MRU BBA Program • 4 Third Level courses, from at least two clusters Student Advisor for program direction and course selection. Failure to follow the individual student program outlined will result in failure to Students entering the BBA program with a University Transfer Studies meet the degree graduation requirements. Diploma must complete: MGMT 410 Global Business Environment Continuation Requirements MGMT 420 Operations Management Students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 to remain in the MGMT 430 Business Plan Development program. MGMT 490 Strategic Management The remaining 16 courses must be Co-Listed with MRU and will Graduation Requirements depend on the courses taken in their University Transfer Studies In order to successfully complete the MRU BBA - General Management Diploma. These courses will include General Education, General Major at RDC, the student must: Management Major, or Elective courses to complete the 4 year • Complete a minimum of twenty (20) required Co-Listed courses at requirements. See the MRU BBA Program Student Advisor at RDC for RDC as described in Program Content. further information and program planning and for the most • Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 over all 3rd and 4th year current list of Co-Listed courses. courses required for graduation.

Note on Mount Royal University General Education Requirements Upon completion of the program, students will submit an application Students in the BBA program are required to meet the general to graduate to Mount Royal University. Upon confirmation of education requirements of Mount Royal University. General Education graduation, students may attend convocation ceremonies at MRU and provides students with the opportunity to build their ability to think receive their parchment, and/or attend graduation ceremonies at RDC. critically, develop their communication and mathematical skills, MRU and RDC each requires fees for attendance at convocation. stimulate their capacities for creative, innovative thinking, and enrich

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University of Alberta University of Alberta Bachelor of Education - Bachelor of Science Middle Years in Nursing School of Education Associate Dean Associate Dean E-mail: [email protected] Jennifer Cross Local calls: 403.342.3400 E-mail: [email protected] Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 Local calls: 403.342.3400 Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 The University of Alberta Bachelor of Education program, in collaboration with Red Deer College, offers two years of study for Related Careers degree completion and teacher certification with a focus in middle This program prepares you for entry-level nursing positions in any years education. The program is available to students who have health care agency. You will be skilled in problem solving, critical completed either the first two years of the BEd Elementary program thinking, clinical decision making, facilitating case management, or an approved degree. coordinating and supervising the activities of interprofessional teams as well as focussing on promoting and maintaining good During the program, you will prepare to teach children and young health and caring for the sick. A bachelor’s degree is required adolescents in the middle years of schooling (grades 4 through 9). for nursing positions. A degree also improves your chances for You will study curriculum and teaching methods appropriate for promotion. this age group, classroom management, middle school philosophy and organization, adolescent psychology and learning, philosophy, The Program policy and social issues relevant for middle school teachers. The program begins with admission to Red Deer College in Year 1 as a student in the University of Alberta Collaborative Baccalaureate Each year, forty (40) students are selected on a competitive basis Nursing Program with Red Deer College. For the first three years for admission into the program. As you progress through the you are registered as a Red Deer College student. During Year program you will form lasting relationships and become part of 3 you apply for official admission to the University of Alberta for a professional learning community. Because all students take the your fourth year. As long as you meet the criteria (see below), you same sequence of courses over a two-year period, the program continue at Red Deer College to complete your 4th year. is designed specifically for full-time study. The program includes two practicum experiences. The first experience will be for five After completing year 4, you will convocate from the U of A with weeks during the Fall Term of the 3rd year (includes a one week a BScN. As a graduate, you will be eligible to write the National observation period). You will be paired with another student Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX). This is required for license and placed in a middle school in or near Red Deer. The second to practice in Alberta as a registered nurse (RN). experience will be for nine weeks in the Winter Term of the final year. Placement will be in Red Deer and Central Alberta area schools Transfer Features in classes ranging from Grades 4 through 9. University of Alberta (at off-campus Red Deer College site) You will apply to the University of Alberta for admission to Year 4 Application Process of the University of Alberta Collaborative Baccalaureate Nursing Although all courses are taught on the campus of Red Deer Program with Red Deer College as directed by the Nursing College, application for this program must be made to the Department Staff. The University of Alberta will accept the University of Alberta. Students may choose to use the University of completed first three years of the program as a block transfer. To Alberta’s on-line application process or they can mail in completed be eligible to continue to fourth year, you must have completed all application forms to the University of Alberta. Although the required 3rd year courses and have a minimum G.P.A. of 2.00. application deadline is March 1, students are strongly advised to apply earlier. Because there are more applicants to the program than there are places, enrollment management is in effect. Under enrollment management, an overall target of 40 new admissions is set for the program. A minimum AGPA for application is set each year; all admissions are competitive, and the actual admission AGPA may be higher.

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Application Deadline Note: Applicants are required to have either a MAC or a PC laptop The GPA calculation for Conditional Admission will be calculated that meet the following specifications: according to one of the following: 1. 25 high school credits from the following subjects: Biology MAC Specs 30, Chemistry 30 or Science 30, Math 30.1 or 30-2, ELA 30-1, • MacBook Air or MacBook Pro or higher and one 30-level subject from Group A, B, or C. If any of these • Storage: 128 GB courses are in progress at the transcript of submission deadline, • Processor: 1.3GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 (Turbo Boost up to the 20-level in the subject will be used. 2.6GHz) with 3MB shared L3 cache (MacBook Air) or 2.4GHz dual- 2. 8 post-secondary credits including all credits from the most- core Intel Core i5 processor (MacBook Pro) recently completed term plus the best grades from the next • Memory: 4GB of 1600MHz DDR3L onboard memory most recent term. 3. Applicants with fewer than 18 post.secondary credits will have PC Specs their GPA calculated using all post-secondary credits plus the • i5 w/ 4GB of ram (lower end) credits from the most recent semester from high school using • i7 w/ 8GB of ram (higher end, also 4GB of RAM may be available) the best grade(s) from the following five subjects: Biology 30, • windows 7 or higher operating system Chemistry 30 or Science 30, Math 30-1 or 30-2, ELA 30-1 to reach 18 credits. All laptops must have a web-camera and a microphone

Transcript Deadline: March 1st. Program Content The goal of the collaborative program is to provide a Admission Requirements comprehensive curricular approach to student learning that is 1. Minimum average of 65% with no mark below 50% in: learner centered and based on the development of discipline, a. Biology 30 profession, and practice components with mutual responsibility b. Chemistry 30 or Science 30 for teaching and learning by faculty and students. Year one of the c. ELA 30-1 program is a foundational year, years two to four build on this d. Mathematics 30 (pure) or Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 foundation. In addition, a 3 credit English course and six electives e. Subject from Group A, B, or C are part of the program. (See “Alberta Grade 12 Course Groups,” page 8.) Course Sequence Additional Requirements Note 1: In the winter of Year 2, students will be placed in sequence In order to proceed to the next clinical nursing course you must A or B for the remainder of the program. satisfy the following requirements by September 1 of your first year in the Nursing Program: Note 2: Electives are those courses which transfer to the University 1. A specific schedule of immunization (forms provided by of Alberta. At least one elective must be from behavioural or social college). sciences and one elective from INTD studies. 2. Evidence of a valid C.P.R. certificate at the Health Care Provider Level. You must be recertified in each year of the program. Year 1 3. Evidence of a valid Standard First Aid certificate. Fall Term NURS 215 Anatomy Note: While not an admission requirement for the program, NURS 230 Physiology & Pathophysiology I applicants are advised that they will be required to provide a NURS 225 Intro to Nursing Theory I Police Information Check (also known as a Criminal Record Check) ENGL (3 cr) and Vulnerable Sector Check to most agencies where they will be placed for practicum experiences. The existence of police Winter Term information or a criminal record may prevent practicum placement, NURS 231 Physiology & Pathophysiology II program completion, professional licensure and therefore affect NURS 236 Medical Microbiology future employment prospects. It is the decision of each agency or NURS 227 Intro to Health Assessment institution to accept or reject a student for placement or observation 2 Electives* experience based on the results of the police information check. Spring/Summer Note: Students with Study Permits that are admitted to a program Elective* that has a practicum or clinical placement in childcare, primary/ secondary school teaching or health service field occupations must complete their Medical Authorization as required by Citizenship and Immigration Canada one month prior to the start of classes.

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Year 2 Winter Term – Year 4 Fall Term NURS 494 (4 weeks) Nursing in Context NURS 239 Intro to Nursing Theory II NURS 495 (10 weeks) Nursing Practice NURS 240 Intro to Nursing Practice NURS 308 Pharmacotherapeutics *one elective must be from the behavioural or social sciences and NURS 304 Using and Interpreting Statistics for Nursing Research one elective must be from INTD studies

SEQUENCE A Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 Winter Term – Year 2 For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to NURS 241 Mental Health Nursing Theory www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. NURS 242 Mental Health Nursing Practice NURS 301 Nursing Research Recognition of Prior Learning / Experience Elective* Nursing courses from other programs will be evaluated on a case- by-case basis for prior learning. When challenge examinations Fall Term – Year 3 are approved, you must do them in sequence, meeting the NURS 351 Acute Care Nursing Theory prerequisites for each course. Students who are transferring into NURS 352 Acute Care Nursing Practice the program or students that have been out of the clinical area for Elective* an extended period of time may be required to pass a competency screen prior to admission to the program. Winter Term - Year 3 NURS 353 Community Nursing Theory With approval BScN students have six years from the time of NURS 354 Community Nursing Practice admission to complete requirements for the degree (U of A Elective* Calendar 2009/2010).

Fall Term – Year 4 NURS 407 Acute Care Nursing Theory II NURS 408 Acute Care Nursing Practice II NURS 409 Leadership and Issues in Nursing

SEQUENCE B Winter Term – Year 2 NURS 351 Acute Care Nursing Theory NURS 352 Acute Care Nursing Practice Elective*

Fall Term Year 3 NURS 241 Mental Health Nursing Theory NURS 242 Mental Health Nursing Practice NURS 301 Nursing Research Elective*

Winter Term– Year 3 NURS 407 Acute Care Nursing Theory II NURS 408 Acute Care Nursing Practice II Elective*

Fall Term – Year 4 NURS 353 Community Nursing Theory NURS 354 Community Nursing Practice NURS 409 Leadership and Issues in Nursing

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Bachelor of Arts Program Information - Anthropology This section includes general information on transfer programs - Communications available at RDC. For more details about course selection, program - Economics requirements, and admission and transfer information, please refer - English to the Academic Advising Planning Guides available through the - History Academic Advising webpage (address below). - Philosophy - Political Science If you are planning to transfer to programs at institutions others - Psychology than those with whom RDC has identified transfer agreements, you - Sociology should contact the transfer institution as early as possible regarding course planning. Bachelor of Commerce Note: This information is current at the time of publishing and may Bachelor of Education change as the universities revise their programs.

Bachelor of Science & Bachelor of Education Combined Degree Admission Requirements Admission to a Red Deer College university transfer program does Bachelor of Fine Art not ensure future admission to a university. Please refer to university calendars or RDC academic advisors for more information. Bachelor of Kinesiology & Sport Studies If you are studying at Red Deer College under student visa, or if you have not always lived within the province of Alberta, you must Bachelor of Science General consult the calendar of the institution to which you intend to transfer regarding their policy on admitting international and out. Bachelor of Science in of-province students. This may vary between institutions. - Agriculture - Agricultural/Food Business Management Course Transfer - Atmospheric Sciences/ Environmental Earth Science Transfer credit agreements between RDC and the Alberta - Biochemistry universities are maintained by the Alberta Council on Admission - Biological Sciences and Transfer (ACAT ). For specific course and program transfer - Chemistry information, please visit the ACAT website at www.transferalberta.ca - Computing Science Questions regarding transfer can be directed to The Alberta Council - Engineering on Admissions and Transfer at 11th floor Commerce Place, 10155 - - Environmental & Conservation Sciences 102 St., AB T5J 4L5. - Environmental Science or Environmental Management - Forestry Note: Transfer credit awarded for RDC courses and programs will - Forest Business Management vary according to the university to which you intend to transfer. - Human Ecology - Mathematics or Statistics or Math and Economics - Nutrition & Food Sciences Academic Advising - Physics or Geophysics Academic Advisors provide students with information and - Physiology resources that enable them to make informed decisions relevant to - Psychology their education. - Pre-Professional Programs - Chiropractic These resources include the RDC Calendar, the Academic Planning - Dentistry Guide for your program and transfer university the Alberta Transfer - Medicine Guide and the calendar and contact information for your intended - Optometry university. - Pharmacy - Veterinary Medicine They will assist you in interpreting information from these resources or refer you to your intended university if appropriate.

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Please be aware that you are responsible for ensuring that your Related Careers registration is complete and appropriate and that your course Advertising Government and Civil Service choices comply with the program to which you have been admitted Banking & Finance Research at RDC and/or to the university to which you intend to transfer. Investment Dealing Retail Sales Administration Law Enforcement and Corrections Any changes you make to your courses, your major or your transfer Counselling Industrial Relations destination may adversely affect your transferable credit, your Public Relations Management admission to university or your eligibility to graduate from Red Deer Radio and Television Real Estate College. Recreation Journalism Insurance Urban Planning For the most current university program and transfer information, Publications & Printing Languages and Linguistics plese click see the Academic Advising homepage at Armed Forces Writing Consulting Social Services www.rdc.ab.ca/academic_advising. Click on Planning Guides. Bachelor of Arts graduates may also go on to professional studies If you have questions regarding university admission, program in fields such as law, business, education, etc., or may continue requirements, course selection or transfer, please contact an to graduate studies (for a Master’s or Doctoral program) in their academic advisor: specific area of interest. Phone: 403.342.3400 Email: [email protected] Liberal Arts graduates generally have superior skills in conceptual Web: www.rdc.ab.ca/academic_advising analysis, evaluation and critical reasoning, leadership motivation, and interpersonal and communication skills.

The Program The objective in all programs is to provide you with the basis of a liberal arts education which will allow you to transfer to universities Bachelor of Arts offering a Bachelor of Arts degree program. Associate Dean Dr. Tim Heath In most cases, you will major in one of the subjects listed below. E-mail: [email protected] By declaring a major, you are simply stating your intent to pursue Local calls: 403.342.3400 a comprehensive study of that subject area. Some university Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 programs require you to declare a minor, which represents a second subject you will study in some depth as well. See page 26 for general information. Majors Two-Year University Transfer Program You are required to complete a major in the Bachelor of Arts degree. A major includes a certain number of courses taken in Red Deer College offers the first two years of the Bachelor of Arts one field of study. Generally, about half of the courses taken in a program. four year degree will be chosen from the major field. This number will vary according to your choice of major and the university you attend. Four-Year Degree Completion Years three and four of a University of Calgary Bachelor of Majors available at RDC are Anthropology, Communications, Arts degree can be completed at Red Deer College. Majors in Economics, English, History, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology and Sociology are available (with optional Minors in Psychology and Sociology. History, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology). See detailed information on the following pages for specific See the program website: www.rdc.ab.ca/ uofc_collab_degree requirements for individual majors. or the Calendar section entitled “Degree Completion Programs: University of Calgary Bachelor of Arts”. Honours For the most current university program and transfer information, Honours programs are designed to prepare students particularly please see the Academic Advising homepage at well for advanced study at the Master’s or Doctoral level in the www.rdc.ab.ca/academic_advising. Click on Planning Guides. major field of interest. High standards of performance are required in Honours programs. Most universities offer Honours programs in the same fields as the Majors listed above. You should consult with an Academic Advisor for details.

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Transfer Features Students should be aware of the following: You may transfer up to 60 credits (20 three credit courses) taken • Whether or not Math 30-1 is required for admission or as a at Red Deer College to the university of your choice. This normally prerequisite varies depending on transfer destination. represents the first two years of a four year program. The courses • Students without Math 30-1 may limit their eligibility to some you select must meet the program requirements of that specific major or institutions. university. • This recommendation applies only to Bachelor of Arts majors available at RDC and Math 30-1 specifically. For other 30.level Note: Admission to university is competitive and based on admission or prerequisite requirements, or for admission to other academic achievement. Consult with an Academic Advisor for degrees, please refer to the appropriate university calendar. details. Deficiencies in High School Course Course Load: Full-time or Part-time Study Requirements The Bachelor of Arts program is open to full-time students and If you are eligible for admission but need high school equivalency part-time students. A full-time student will take at least 3 courses courses, see an Academic Advisor. per term (minimum 9 credits), with 5 (15 credits) being the normal full load. Extra courses represent special burdens and may result Program Content in poor academic performance. A student will be permitted The following information provides basic program content but to take more than 5 courses in a term only under exceptional does not include specific details regarding requirements. This circumstances and with the approval of an Academic Advisor. Part- information is current at the time of publication but may change as time students take 1 or 2 courses per term. the universities change their requirements.

Admission Requirements If you wish to check exact degree requirements and transfer 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: equivalents, see the university calendars and the Alberta Transfer a. ELA 30-1 Guide (www.transferalberta.ca). b. 4 courses from Groups A, B, or C (Social Studies 30 and a 30-level Language other than English highly recommended), Course Selection with no more than one course from Group B Universities normally place restrictions on the type of courses (See “Alberta Grade 12 Course Groups,” page 8) accepted for the B.A. degree. These restrictions may take the form of required core subjects, or discipline areas and limits on the Note: Some Universities require Pure Math 30 for admission or as a number of first-year courses that you can take. In selecting courses, prerequisite for required courses. Transfer students are responsible you must make sure they meet both the admission and the for learning the specific admission, progression, and prerequisite program requirements of the transfer university. requirements of their programs. University of Alberta OR 2. Mature Student Bachelor of Arts Core Program Requirements See Academic Advising Planning Guides for more specific program You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school at least details: www.rdc.ab.ca/academic_advising. For U of A credit one full year before the program starts, and have a minimum weights, check the Alberta Transfer Guide ( www.transferalberta.ca). average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: a. ELA 30-1 U of A will accept for credit those courses and programs listed in b. Subject from Group A, B, or C (See “Alberta Grade 12 Course the Alberta Transfer Guide to the extent that they are relevant and Groups,” page 8) applicable to the degree to which the student is admitted. OR 3. Successful completion of one year of a diploma program and Chairperson approval. Program Requirements • Basic Requirements (36 credits). Note: In addition to the program admission requirements • A major subject of concentration. applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate • A minor subject of concentration or two major subjects of English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the concentration. Academic Calendar for further information. Students who declare a double major are not permitted to declare a minor.

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Basic Requirements: University of Calgary • Junior English ENGL 219 and ENGL 220. Bachelor of Arts Core Program Requirements • Language 6 credits of a language other than English. See Academic Advising Planning Guides for more specific program • The Study of Science (6 credits) Select 6 credits of transferable details: www.rdc.ab.ca/academic_advising. For U of C Credit coursework from ASTR, BIOC, BIOL, BOTA, CHEM, CMPT, (not weights, check the Alberta Transfer Guide (www.transferalberta.ca) CMPT 261) GENE, GEOG (only GEOG 230 and/or GEOG 231), MICRO, MATH, PHYS, PSYC (only PSYC 260, PSYC 312*, PSYC 368, Major Field: 42-60 credits required in the major field. PSYC 369, PSYC 375, and/or PSYC 377) STAT*, ZOOL. • Breadth and Diversity (18 credits) To acquaint students with Optional Minor: requires completion of between 30-36 credits in a and offer them a basic awareness of the variety of disciplines particular field of study. practiced throughout the Faculty of Arts, students must complete 6 credits from each of the following groups: Group Domain of Science: 6 credits are required from the Faculty 1 Creative Process in the Arts Select six credits of transferable of Science. RDC Science courses that fulfill the U of C Science coursework from ART, DRAM, or MUSI (not MUSI 210) Group 2 requirement: Astronomy (ASTR 205); Biochemistry (BIOC 393); Cultures and Cultural Products Select six credits of transferable Biology (BIOL 201, 217, 218, 301, 317, 318); Chemistry (CHEM 211, coursework from ENGL, FILM, HIST, CLAS, or PHIL Group 3 212; one of CHEM 351, 352); Computing Science (CMPT 201, 261); Social Systems and Interactions Select six credits of transferable Genetics (GENE 370, 375); Mathematics (MATH 221, 204; one of coursework from: ANTH, GEOG (only those courses designated MATH 202, 203); Microbiology (MICR 365); Physics (PHYS 205, 226, as Arts courses: GEOG 250 and/or GEOG 251), ECON, POLI, PSYC 241, 247); Statistics (STAT 251*); Zoology (ZOOL 325, 342) (only those courses designated as Arts courses: PSYC 261, PSYC 312*, PSYC 341, PSYC 347, PSYC 353, PSYC 358, PSYC 389, or SOCI. *Economics, Psychology, Sociology Majors should not take any • Options (24 credits) Select 24 credits of transferable coursework statistics courses as options. from ARTS, SCIENCE, or OTHER with an overall maximum of 18 credits from the OTHER category. (Refer to the University of Options: All students in the Faculty of Arts are encouraged, but not Alberta Calendar for further details). required, to complete at least 15 credits from across the fields of study within the Faculty of Arts.

Arts Complete details are available from Academic Advising. Anthropology (ANTH), Art (ART ), Classics (CLAS), Drama (DRAM), Economics, (ECON) English (ENGL), Film Studies (FILM), Refer to the University of Calgary Calendar for further details. French (FREN), Geography (GEOG) (only GEOG 250, GEOG 251), History (HIST ), Music (MUSI, MUSE), Philosophy (PHIL), Political Science (POLI), Psychology (PSYC) (only courses transferring as Bachelor of Arts Program Requirements Faculty of Arts courses), Sociology (SOCI), Spanish (SPAN). See Academic Advising Planning Guides for more specific program details: www.rdc.ab.ca/academic_advising. For U of L Credit Science weights, check the Alberta Transfer Guide (www.transferalberta.ca) Astronomy (ASTR), Biochemistry (BIOC), Biology (BIOL), Botany (BOT ), Chemistry (CHEM), Computing Science (CMPT ) (not CMPT Majors available: Anthropology, Economics, English, Geography, 261), Geography (GEOG) (only GEOG 230 and GEOG 231), Genetics History, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology. (GENE), Mathematics (MATH), Microbiology (MICR), Physics (PHYS), Psychology (PSYC) (only courses transferring as Faculty of Science Art, Dramatic Arts, Agricultural Studies, Archaeology & Geography, courses), Statistics (STAT ), Zoology (ZOOL). Canadian Studies, General Humanities, General Social Science, Urban & Regional studies. Other Accounting (ACCT ), Business (BUS, BADM), Communications General Liberal Education Requirement (GLER) (COMM), Dance (KDNC), Education (EDCM, EDFN, EDFX, EDIT, The General Liberal Education Requirement (GLER) is a 12-course EDUC), Engineering (ENCP, ENGG, ENPH), Family Studies (FAM), requirement for all University of Lethbridge undergraduate Geography (GEOG) (only GEOG 318, GEOG 381, GEOG 393), students. You should complete these requirements by the end of Kinesiology (KNSS, KPED, KPAC, PSIO), Disability & Community your second year. Studies (DACS). You must complete 12 transferable credits from each of the Junior Courses following three areas: No more than 48 U of A credits at the 200 Level are permitted in • Humanities and Fine Arts your program. • Social Sciences • Science

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Humanities and Fine Arts: All transferable courses in the following subjects are classified as Fine Arts and Humanities (excluding those courses listed as Sciences): ART, Bachelor of Arts in DRAM, ENGL, FREN, HIST, MUSI (not MUSE or MUSI 210), PHIL, SPAN. Anthropology The following courses are also classified as Fine Arts and Humanities: ANTH 308, CLAS 209, COMM 271, FILM 201, FILM 202, INTD 240, KNSS Associate Dean 205, POLI 308, SOCI 307. Dr. Tim Heath E-mail: [email protected] Social Science: Local calls: 403.342.3400 All transferable courses in the following subjects are classified as Social Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 Sciences (excluding those courses listed as Fine Arts and Humanities or See page 26 for general information. Sciences): ANTH, ECON, KNSS (excluding KNSS 280), POLI, PSYC, SOCI. Two-Year University Transfer Program The following courses are also classified as Social Sciences: FAM 315 (not FAM 322), GEOG 251, GEOG 381, 382. Red Deer College offers the first two years of the Bachelor of Arts program. Science All transferable courses in the following subjects are classified as Sciences: BIOC, BIOL, CHEM, CMPT, MATH, PHYS, PSIO, ZOOL. Related Careers Advertising Government and Civil Service The following courses are also classified as Sciences: ANTH 200, ANTH Research 306, ANTH 319, ANTH 390, ASTR 205, BUS 307, ENGG 230, GENE 370, Retail Sales GENE 375, GEOG 230, GEOG 231, KNSS 200, KNSS 201, KNSS 307, MICR Administration 365, PHIL 221; PHIL 222 or PHIL 389; PHIL 364, PSYC 260, PSYC 312, PSYC Law Enforcement and Corrections 368, PSYC 369, PSYC 375, PSYC 377; STAT 250 or BADM 111 or BUS 306. Counselling Industrial Relations Open Options International Relations Any U of L transferable course for which you have the Public Relations prerequisite(s) (including transferable COMM). Management Radio and Television Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 Journalism For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to Urban Planning www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. Publishing and Printing Languages and Linguistics Graduation Requirements Armed Forces Writing Consulting You must pass 20 term university transfer courses or a minimum of 60 Social Services credit hours, and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 to receive Museum Curation a Red Deer College Diploma in University Transfer Studies. Artist/Illustrator Graduates may also go on to professional studies (for example in fields such as law, business, education, etc.) or may continue to graduate studies (for a Master’s or Doctoral program) in Anthropology.

B.A. graduates generally have superior skills in conceptual analysis, evaluation and critical reasoning, leadership motivation, and interpersonal and communication skills.

The Program For a general discussion of the B.A. Program, see page 27. Anthropology in particular is the study of humankind and the human experience from its beginnings to the present day. RDC special interests include cultural anthropology, applied anthropology, African cultures, globalisation and anthropology of religion and cultural change in global and local contexts.

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Admission Requirements University of Lethbridge See page 28 for admission requirements. See page 29 for the General Liberal Education Requirements that must be completed in the course of the four-year degree. Transfer Features See page 28 for transfer features. Credits below = U of L credits. Red Deer College credits may differ from U of L credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer University of Alberta credit information. See page 28 for the Compulsory Core Requirements that must be completed in the course of the four-year degree. Refer to the University of Lethbridge Program requirements on the Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information. Credits below = U of A credits. Red Deer College credits may differ from U of A credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer Suggested Year 1 Pattern credit information. ANTH 200 & ANTH 201 (6 credits) ENGL 219 & ENGL 220 (6 credits) Refer to the University of Alberta Program Requirements on the Open Options (15 credits) Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information. Science Option (3 credits)

Suggested Pattern Year 1 Suggested Year 2 Pattern ANTH 200 & ANTH 201 (6 credits) Refer to Academic Advising Planning Guides. ENGL 219 & ENGL 220 (6 credits) Open Options (15 credits) Science Option (3 credits)

Suggested Pattern Year 2 Refer to Academic Advising Planning Guides.

Universities may not grant credit for a 100 level language course if 30 level course in high school was completed in the same language.

University of Calgary See page 29 for the Compulsory Core Program Requirements that must be completed in the course of the four-year degree. Credits below = U of C credits. Red Deer College credits may differ from U of C credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer credit information.

Refer to the University of Calgary Program requirements on the Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information.

Suggested Year 1 Pattern ANTH 200 & ANTH 201 (6 credits) ENGL 219 & ENGL 220 (6 credits) Open Options (15 credits) Science Option (3 credits)

Suggested Year 2 Pattern Refer to Academic Advising Planning Guides.

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Graduates may also go on to professional studies (in fields such as law, business, education, etc.) or may continue to graduate studies Bachelor of Arts in (in a Master’s or Doctoral program) in Communication Studies or another academic discipline such as Sociology or Women’s Studies. Communications B.A. graduates generally have superior skills in conceptual analysis, evaluation and critical reasoning, leadership motivation, and Studies interpersonal and communication skills. The Program Associate Dean For a general discussion of the B.A. Program, see page 27. Dr. Tim Heath Communication Studies provides an understanding of E-mail: [email protected] communications research and practice. Students can pursue a Local calls: 403.342.3400 broad range of study, including the areas of media studies and Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 rhetoric and discourse. See page 26 for general information. Admission Requirements University Transfer Program See page 28 for admission requirements.

Red Deer College offers the first two years of the Bachelor of Arts Transfer Features program. See page 28 for transfer features.

Related Careers University of Calgary A degree in Communications Studies provides students with skills and See page 29 for Compulsory Core Requirements that must be knowledge that can apply across a variety of professional situations, from completed in the course of the four-year degree. the corporate world to the not-for-profit sector to academic institutions. Requirements that must be completed in the course of the four- The following list provides some career areas that draw year degree. Communication Studies graduates for employment: Advertising Credits below = U of C credits. Red Deer College credits may differ Counselling from U of C credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer Industrial Relations credit information. Public Relations Management Suggested Pattern Year 1 Radio and Television COMM 271, COMM 369 & COMM 375 or COMM 383 (9 credits) Publishing and Printing ENGL 219 & ENGL 220 (6 credits) Journalism Open Options (12 credits) Languages and Linguistics Science Option (3 credits) Writing Consulting Suggested Pattern Year 2 Social Services Refer to Academic Planning Guides. Government and Civil Service International Relations Banking and Finance Research Investment Dealing Retail Sales Administration Law Enforcement and Corrections Real Estate Recreation Armed Forces Insurance Urban Planning

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The Program For a general discussion of the B.A. Program, see page 27. Bachelor of Arts in Economics studies how households, and governments make choices about how to allocate scarce resources in order to Economics best satisfy individual and social wants. The tools of economics can be used to analyse issues as diverse as unemployment, inflation, Associate Dean globalization, discrimination, environmental issues, taxation, health Dr. Tim Heath care and professional sports. Each year courses are offered in E-mail: [email protected] microeconomics and macroeconomics, and in selected fields such Local calls: 403.342.3400 as money and banking, labour economics, international economics, Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 sports economics, development economics and industrial See page 26 for general information. organization.

Two-Year University Transfer Program Admission Requirements See page 28 for admission requirements. Math 30-1 is essential for Red Deer College offers the first two years of the Bachelor of Arts pursuing a B.A. majoring in Economics. If you do not have Math program. 30-1, you may pursue the equivalent course during your first year at RDC. For further information, see an Academic Advisor. Related Careers The following careers are open to graduates with a BA in Transfer Features Economics. Some may require additional training or certification in See page 28 for transfer features. the specific field: Securities Broker University of Alberta Commoditiesbroker See page 28 for the Compulsory Core Requirements that must be Financial Manager completed in the course of the four-year degree. nsurance Agent Banker Credits below = U of A credits. Red Deer College credits may differ Credit Analyst from U of A credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer Investment Analyst credit information. Researcher Auditor Refer to the University of Alberta Program Requirements on the Sales Representative Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information. Real Estate Agent Financial Planner Suggested Pattern Year 1 Government Policy Analyst ECON 201 & ECON 202 (6 credits) Economic Development Officer ENGL 219 & ENGL 220 (6 credits) MATH 202 or 203 (3 credits) Many BA graduates pursue further degrees in professional fields Open Options (12 credits) (such as law or business administration) or graduate degrees in Science Option (3 credits) Economics (MA or PhD degree). The following careers are open to graduates with such degrees: Suggested Pattern Year 2 Professor Refer to Academic Advising Planning Guides. Research Economist Lawyer Accountant Business Administrator Regional/Urban Planner

B.A. graduates generally have superior skills in conceptual analysis, evaluation and critical reasoning, leadership motivation, and interpersonal and communication skills.

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University of Calgary See page 29 for the Cumpulsory Core Requirements that must be completed in the course of the four-year degree Bachelor of Arts in Credits below = U of C credits. Red Deer College credits may differ English from U of C credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer credit information. Associate Dean Dr. Tim Heath Refer to the University of Calgary Program requirements on the E-mail: [email protected] Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information. Local calls: 403.342.3400 Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 Suggested Pattern Year 1 See page 26 for general information. ECON 201 & ECON 202 (6 credits) ENGL 219 & ENGL 220 (6 credits) Two-Year University Transfer Program MATH 202 or 203 (3 credits) Open Options (12 credits) Red Deer College offers the first two years of the Bachelor of Arts Science Option (3 credits) program.

Suggested Pattern Year 2 Related Careers Refer to Academic Advising Planning Guides. The study of English develops the skills you require in the workplace - creative problem solving, accurate research, persuasive University of Lethbridge writing, and confident public speaking. It may lead to jobs in any of See page 29 for the General Liberal Education Requirements that the following areas: must be completed in the course of the four-year degree. Advertising Government and Civil Service Credits below = U of L credits. Red Deer College credits may differ Research from U of L credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer Administration credit information. Public Relations Management Refer to the University of Lethbridge Program requirements on the Radio and Television Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information. Journalism Publishing & Printing Suggested Pattern Year 1 Languages and Linguistics ECON 201 & ECON 202 (6 credits) Writing Consulting ENGL 219 & ENGL 220 (6 credits) MATH 202 or 203 (3 credits) Graduates may also go on to professional studies (for example, in Open Options (12 credits) fields such as law, business, education, etc.) or may continue to Science Option (3 credits) graduate studies (for a Master’s or Doctoral program) in English. B.A. graduates generally have superior skills in conceptual analysis, Suggested Pattern Year 2 evaluation and critical reasoning, leadership, motivation, and Refer to Academic Advising Planning Guides. interpersonal and communication skills.

The Program For a general discussion of the B.A. Program, see page 27. RDC offers courses that range from Shakespeare to aboriginal literature, expository to creative writing, national literatures to popular , allowing you to learn practical skills while acquiring cultural knowledge.

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Admission Requirements University of Lethbridge See page 28 for admission requirements. See page 29 for the General Liberal Education Requirements that must be completed in the course of the four-year degree. Transfer Features See page 28 for transfer features. Credits below = U of L credits. Red Deer College credits may differ from U of L credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer University of Alberta credit information. See page 28 for the Compulsory Core Requirements that must be completed in the course of the four-year degree. Refer to the University of Lethbridge Program requirements on the Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information. Credits below = U of A credits. Red Deer College credits may differ from U of A credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer Suggested Pattern Year 1 credit information. ENGL 219 & ENGL 220 (6 credits) Language Other Than English (6 credits) Refer to the University of Alberta Program Requirements on the Open Options (15 credits) Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information. Science Option (3 credits)

Suggested Pattern Year 1 Suggested Pattern Year 2 ENGL 219 & ENGL 220 (6 credits) Refer to Academic Advising Planning Guides. Language Other Than English (6 credits) Open Options (15 credits) Science Option (3 credits)

Suggested Pattern Year 2 Refer to Academic Advising Planning Guides.

University of Calgary See page 29 for the Compulsory Core Requirements that must be completed in the course of the four-year degree.

Credits below = U of C credits. Red Deer College credits may differ from U of C credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer credit information.

Refer to the University of Calgary Program requirements on the Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information.

Suggested Pattern Year 1 ENGL 219 & ENGL 220 (6 credits) Open Options (21 credits) Science Option (3 credits)

Suggested Pattern Year 2 Refer to Academic Advising Planning Guides.

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Admission Requirements Bachelor of Arts in See page 28 for admission requirements. Transfer Features History See page 28 for transfer features. Associate Dean Note: While there are no prerequisites for second year History Dr. Tim Heath courses, students are encouraged to learn the fundamentals of E-mail: [email protected] historical writing and research in first year courses. Local calls: 403.342.3400 Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 University of Alberta See page 26 for general information. See page 28 for the Compulsory Core Requirements that must be completed in the course of the four-year degree. Two-Year University Transfer Program Credits below = U of A credits. Red Deer College credits may differ Red Deer College offers the first two years of the Bachelor of Arts from U of A credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer program. credit information.

Related Careers Refer to the University of Alberta Program Requirements on the Advertising Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information. Government and Civil Service Research Suggested Pattern Year 1 Administration ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) Law Enforcement and Corrections Junior History (two of HIST 207, 208, 209 Public Relations or CLAS 209) (6 credits) Management Basic Requirement (18 credits) Radio and Television Recreation Suggested Pattern Year 2 Journalism Sr. HIST (12 credits) Urban Planning Basic Requirement (6 credits) Publishing & Printing Open Option (12 credits) Armed Forces Writing University of Calgary Consulting See page 29 for the Compulsory Core Requirements that must be Museum completed in the course of the four-year degree. Archivist Credits below = U of C credits. Red Deer College credits may differ Graduates may also go on to professional studies (for example in from U of C credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer fields such as law, business, education, etc.) or may continue to credit information. graduate studies (for a Master’s or Doctoral program) in History. B.A. graduates generally have superior skills in conceptual analysis, Refer to the University of Calgary Program requirements on the evaluation and critical reasoning, leadership motivation, and Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information. interpersonal and communication skills. Suggested Pattern Year 1 The Program ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) For a general discussion of the B.A. Program, see page 27. Any two of HIST 207,HIST 208, HIST 209 (6 credits) History is the analysis of the human past. Courses are offered in Science requirement(6 credits) three main areas: Canadian, European and British. RDC special Options (12 credits) interests include Canadian history, British Empire and Commonwealth, Modern British social history and Modern Europe. Suggested Pattern Year 2 First year courses include Classics, Medieval, Early Modern World, HIST 373/HIST 374 (6 credits) and Modern World. Sr HIST (12 credits) Open Option (12 credits)

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University of Lethbridge Graduates may also go on to professional studies (for example in See page 29 for the General Liberal Education Requirements that fields such as law, business, education, etc.) or may continue to must be completed in the course of the four-year degree. graduate studies (for a Master’s or Doctoral program) in Philosophy. B.A. graduates generally have superior skills in conceptual analysis, Credits below = U of L credits. Red Deer College credits may differ evaluation and critical reasoning, leadership motivation, and from U of L credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer interpersonal and communication skills. credit information. The Program Refer to the University of Lethbridge Program requirements on the For a general discussion of the B.A. Program, see page 27. Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information. Philosophy is the study of thought and reasoning, with special application to abstract and conceptual areas of enquiry typically outside Suggested Pattern Year 1 of the fields of the sciences, such as the Nature of Reality or Moral Values. HIST 207 or 209 (3 credits) Jr HIST (3 credits) Admission Requirements ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) See page 28 for admission requirements. General Liberal Education Requirements (12 credits) Open Option (6 credits) Transfer Features See page 28 for transfer features. Suggested Pattern Year 2 Sr HIST (9 credits) HIST 373 or HIST 374 (3 credits) University of Alberta See page 28 for the Compulsory Core Requirements that must be General Liberal Education Requirements (6 credits) completed in the course of the four-year degree. Open Options (12 credits)

Credits below = U of A credits. Red Deer College credits may differ from U of A credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer credit information. Bachelor of Arts in Refer to the University of Alberta Program Requirements on the Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information.

Philosophy Suggested Pattern Year 1 ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) Associate Dean PHIL 201(3 credits) Dr. Tim Heath PHIL 202 (3 credits) E-mail: [email protected] Basic Requirement (18 credits) Local calls: 403.342.3400 Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 Suggested Pattern Year 2 See page 26 for general information. Sr Phil (12 credits) Basic Requirement (6 credits) Two-Year University Transfer Program Open Option (12 credits)

Red Deer College offers the first two years of the Bachelor of Arts University of Calgary program. See page 29 for the Compulsory Core Requirements that must be completed in the course of the four-year degree. Related Careers Administration Credits below = U of C credits. Red Deer College credits may differ Government and Civil Service from U of C credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer Research credit information. Management Journalism Refer to the University of Calgary Program requirements on the Publishing Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information. Computing and Information Technology Ethics Practitioner (Hospital, Business)

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Suggested Pattern Year 1 ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) Language other than English (6 credits) Bachelor of Arts in PHIL 201 or PHIL 202 (3 credits) PHIL 222 (3 credits) Political Science Science requirement (6 credits) Option (6 credits) Associate Dean Dr. Tim Heath Suggested Pattern Year 2 E-mail: [email protected] Sr PHIL (15 credits) Open Option (15 credits) Local calls: 403.342.3400 Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 University of Lethbridge See page 26 for general information. See page 29 for the General Liberal Education Requirements that must be completed in the course of the four-year degree. Two-Year University Transfer Program

Credits below = U of L credits. Red Deer College credits may differ Red Deer College offers the first two years of the Bachelor of Arts from U of L credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer program. credit information. Related Careers Refer to the University of Lethbridge Program requirements on the Law Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information. Government and Civil Service Radio and Television Suggested Pattern Year 1 Education PHIL 201/PHIL 202 (6 credits) Research PHIL 221 (3 credits) Journalism ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) Armed Forces General Liberal Education Requirements (15 credits) Consulting Industrial Relations Suggested Pattern Year 2 Law Enforcement and Corrections Sr. PHIL (6 credits) Urban Planning Open Options (18 credits) Banking and Finance General Liberal Education Requirements (6 credits) Social Services Administration Recreation Investment Dealing Advertising Public Relations Management Counselling Real Estate Insurance Publishing and Printing Languages and Linguistics Writing Retail Sales

Graduates may also go on to graduate studies (for a Master’s or Doctoral program) in Political Science.

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Liberal Arts graduates generally have superior skills in conceptual Suggested Pattern Year 1 analysis, evaluation and critical reasoning, leadership motivation, ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) and interpersonal and communication skills. POLI 201/POLI 283 and/or POLI 223 (6-9 credits) Open Option (15 - 18 credits) The Program For a general discussion of the B.A. Program, see page 27. Suggested Pattern Year 2 Political Science is the study of politics and government, the POLI 308/POLI 309 (6 credits) location and use of power in society, and quests for human POLI 320 (6 credits) betterment. Open Option (18 credits)

Admission Requirements University of Lethbridge See page 28 for admission requirements. See page 29 for the General Liberal Education Requirements that must be completed in the course of the four-year degree. Transfer Features See page 28 for transfer features. Credits below = U of L credits. Red Deer College credits may differ from U of L credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer University of Alberta credit information. See page 28 for the Compulsory Core Requirements that must be Refer to the University of Lethbridge Program requirements on the completed in the course of the four-year degree. Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information.

Credits below = U of A credits. Red Deer College credits may differ Suggested Pattern Year 1 from U of A credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer POLI 200 (6 credits) credit information. OR POLI 201/POLI 283(6 credits) Refer to the University of Alberta Program Requirements on the ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information. General Liberal Education Requirements (18 credits)

Suggested Pattern Year 1 Suggested Pattern Year 2 ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) Sr POLI (3 credits) POLI 201/POLI 283 and/or POLI 223 (6-9 credits) POLI 308 or 309 (3 credits) Basic Requirement (15 - 18 credits) POLI 320 (6 credits) Open Options (18 credits) Suggested Pattern Year 2 POLI 308 (3 credits) POLI 309 (3 credits) POLI 320 (6 credits) Basic Requirement (6 credits) Open Option (12 credits)

University of Calgary See page 29 for the Compulsory Core Requirements that must be completed in the course of the four-year program.

Credits below = U of C credits. Red Deer College credits may differ from U of C credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer credit information.

Refer to the University of Calgary Program requirements on the Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information.

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The Program For a general discussion of the B.A. Program, see page 27. Bachelor of Arts in Psychology is the study of mental processes and behavior. RDC special interests include: memory and attention, social psychology, Psychology physiological psychology, and anomalous experiences. Associate Dean Admission Requirements Dr. Tim Heath See page 28 for admission requirements. E-mail: [email protected] Local calls: 403.342.3400 Transfer Features Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 See page 28 for transfer features. See page 26 for general information. University of Alberta Two-Year University Transfer Program See page 28 for the Compulsory Core Requirements that must be completed in the course of the four-year degree. Red Deer College offers the first two years of the Bachelor of Arts program. Credits below = U of A credits. Red Deer College credits may differ from U of A credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer Four-Year Degree Completion credit information. Years three and four of a University of Calgary Bachelor of Arts Psychology major degree can also be completed on the campus Refer to the University of Alberta Program Requirements on the of Red Deer College. See also the section entitled “University of Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information. Calgary Bachelor of Arts Completion at Red Deer College”. Suggested Pattern Year 1 For the most current university program and transfer information, ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) please see the Academic Advising homepage at PSYC 260 (3 credits) www.rdc.ab.ca/academic_advising. Click on Planning Guides. PSYC 261 (3 credits) Basic Requirement (18 credits) Related Careers Social Services Suggested Pattern Year 2 Advertising PSYC 312 (6 credits) Government and Civil Service PSYC 358 / PSYC 375 (6 credits) Research Choose 2 of: PSYC 353, PSYC 389 (6 credits) Retail Sales Basic Requirement (6 credits) Administration Open Option (6 credits) Law Enforcement and Corrections Counselling Industrial Relations Public Relations University of Calgary Management See page 29 for the Compulsory Core Requirements that must be Radio and Television completed in the course of the four-year degree. Real Estate Recreation Credits below = U of C credits. Red Deer College credits may differ Journalism from U of C credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer Insurance credit information. Urban Planning Consulting Refer to the University of Calgary Program requirements on the Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information. Through graduate studies in Psychology, students may become chartered psychologists, working in clinical settings with clients Suggested Pattern Year 1 who have emotional problems or mental illness. They may also ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) PSYC 260/PSYC 261 (6 credits) study to become research psychologists in one of the many areas of Science requirement (6 credits) Options (12 credits) psychology. Graduates may also go on to professional studies in fields such as medicine, law, or business. Psychology graduates generally Suggested Pattern Year 2 have superior skills in problem solving, critical thinking, collecting, Sr. PSYC from Foundation courses (12 credits) analyzing and interpreting data, writing and communicating. (See Planning Guide for courses / information.) PSYC 312 (6 credits) Open Option (12 credits)

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University of Lethbridge Related Careers See page 29 for the General Liberal Education Requirements that Advertising must be completed in the course of the four-year degree. Government and Civil Service Research Credits below = U of L credits. Red Deer College credits may differ Administration Law Enforcement and Corrections from U of L credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer Industrial Relations credit information. Public Relations Management Refer to the University of Lethbridge Program requirements on the Radio and Television Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information. Recreation Journalism Suggested Pattern Year 1 Urban Planning PSYC 260/PSYC 261 (6 credits) Publishing & Printing ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) Armed Forces General Liberal Education Requirements (15 credits) Writing Consulting Open Option (3 credits) Social Services Suggested Pattern Year 2 Graduates may also go on to professional studies (for example in PSYC 312 (6 credits) fields such as law, business, education, etc.) or may continue to PSYC 375/PSYC 341 (6 credits) graduate studies (for a Master’s or Doctoral program) in Sociology. PSYC 353/ Sr PSYC option (6 credits) B.A. graduates generally have superior skills in conceptual analysis, Open Options (12 credits) evaluation and critical reasoning, leadership motivation, and interpersonal and communication skills.

The Program For a general discussion of the B.A. Program, see page 27. Bachelor of Arts in Sociology is the study of the organization and process of human society. Courses are offered in social theory, social research methods, and areas of special interest which include the following: Sociology criminology, medical sociology, First Nations sociology, ethnic relations, social stratification, gender, family, aging, and mass media Associate Dean and popular culture. Dr. Tim Heath E-mail: [email protected] Admission Requirements Local calls: 403.342.3400 See page 28 for admission requirements. Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 See page 26 for general information. Transfer Features Two-Year University Transfer Program See page 28 for transfer features.

Red Deer College offers the first two years of the Bachelor of Arts University of Alberta program. See page 28 for the Compulsory Core Requirements that must be completed in the course of the four-year degree. Four-Year Degree Completion Credits below = U of A credits. Red Deer College credits may differ Years three and four of a University of Calgary Bachelor of Arts from U of A credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer Sociology major degree can also be completed on the campus credit information. of Red Deer College. See also the section entitled “University of Calgary Bachelor of Arts Completion at Red Deer College”. Refer to the University of Alberta Program Requirements on the Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information. For the most current university program and transfer information, please see the Academic Advising homepage at www.rdc.ab.ca/ Suggested Pattern Year 1 academic_advising. Click on Planning Guides. ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) SOCI 260 (3 credits) SOCI 261 (3 credits) Basic Requirement (18 credits) www.rdc.ab.ca 41 UNIVERSITY TRANSFER PROGRAMS

Suggested Pattern Year 2 SOCI 310 (3 credits) SOCI 312 (3 credits) Bachelor of Commerce SOCI 365 (3 credits) Donald School of Business - Downtown SR. SOCI Courses (9 credits) Basic Requirements/Open Options (12 credits) Associate Dean Trevor Thomas Note: Sociology 261 is not required as a prerequisite for senior E-mail: [email protected] Sociology courses; it is strongly recommended. Local calls: 403.342.3400 Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 Criminology Concentration See page 26 for general information. Students seeking admission to Criminology should include ENGL 219/ 220, SOCI 260, PSYC 260/261 and a Language other than One- and Two-Year University Transfer Program English in the first year of their program. For the most current university program and transfer information, please see the Academic Advising homepage. Click on Academic University of Calgary Planning Guides. See page 29 for the Compulsory Core Requirements that must be completed in the course of the four-year degree. Related Careers Bachelor of Commerce programs prepare you for a wide range of Credits below = U of C credits. Red Deer College credits may differ professional and/ or management level careers in business or the from U of C credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer public sector. Bachelor of Commerce graduates are tomorrow’s credit information. leaders in the world of business and government.

Refer to the University of Calgary Program requirements on the Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information. The Program The Bachelor of Commerce program will provide you with background skills and knowledge in the various specialized areas of Suggested Pattern Year 1 ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) business, as well as in the humanities and social sciences. Emphasis SOCI 260/SOCI 261 (6 credits) is on developing the ability to analyze various organizational Science requirement (6 credits) problems of a human and/or technical nature. Options (12 credits) At RDC, students may complete Year 1 and Year 2 of the Suggested Pattern Year 2 undergraduate business degree programs offered at Mount Royal SOCI 332/SOCI 333 (6 credits) University, the University of Alberta, the University of Lethbridge, SOCI 310/SOCI 312 (6 credits) or other Canadian universities. At RDC, Sr SOCI Options (6 credits) students may complete Year 1 of the program offered at the Open Option (12 credits) University of Calgary.

University of Lethbridge When the student transfers to the University of his/her choice, See page 29 for the General Liberal Education Requirements that a specialized area of study (a major) may be selected. These must be completed in the course of the four-year degree. specializations include: • Accounting Credits below = U of L credits. Red Deer College credits may differ • Computer Science from U of L credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer credit information. • Economics • E-Commerce Refer to the University of Lethbridge Program requirements on the • Entrepreneurship & Innovation Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information. • First Nations’ Governance • Human Resource Management & Labour Relations Suggested Pattern Year 1 • Finance SOCI 260/SOCI 261 (6 credits) • International Business ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) • Marketing General Liberal Education Requirements (18 credits) • Political Science • Supply Chain Management Suggested Pattern Year 2 • Others as offered by the University you choose SOCI 310/SOCI 312 (6 credits) SOCI 332/SOCI 333 (6 credits) Open Options (18 credits)

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Transfer Features Year 2 - Suggested Pattern of Courses Most universities have enrollment quotas. You must compete for BADM 132 Introduction to Marketing (3 credits) admission. A G.P.A. of 3.00 or higher is recommended. For course by ACCT 202 Introduction to Financial Accounting (3 credits) course transfer agreements, please see www.transferalberta.ca. ACCT 204 Managerial Accounting (3 credits) BADM 110 Introduction to Management (3 credits) Admission Requirements BADM 281 Human Resources (3 credits) 1. Minimum average of 60% and no mark below 50% in: BUS 303 Introduction to Organizational Behavior (3 credits) a. ELA 30-1 Four Management or General Education Courses (12 credits) * b. Mathematics 30-1 c. Subject from Group A or C (Social Studies 30-1 * Students may select from a variety of business or non-business recommended) courses at RDC that are considered to be university level, and are d. Subject from Group A or C transferable to Mount Royal University. Individual advisement is e. Subject from Group A, B, or C needed to provide a customized plan for students to meet (Math 31 recommended) (See “Alberta Grade 12 Course all the course requirements for the degree. See the MRU BBA Groups, page 8) Program Student Advisor at RDC for more information. OR 2. Mature Student Students also need to complete COMM 250, BUS 310, and BUS You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school at least 311 during their program. University Transfer Studies Diploma one full year before the program starts, and have a minimum holders who have completed ten of the thirteen of the business average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: and economics courses specified above may be considered for a. ELA 30-1 admission to the MRU BBA, but may have to complete those b. Mathematics 30-1 courses in addition to the 20 remaining BBA courses after they have entered the BBA. Note: In addition to the program admission requirements applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate Note: MGMT 410, 420, 430, and 490 are Core BBA Business Courses English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the which must be taken in Year 3 or Year 4 of the BBA program and Academic Calendar for further information. cannot be taken as part of the University Studies Transfer Diploma.

Program Content General Education Courses (12) – to be completed by the end of the MRU-RDC Bachelor of Business Administration degree Mount Royal University Collaborative Degree at • 4 Foundation courses, one from each cluster Red Deer College • 4 Tier 2 courses, one from each cluster Bissett School of Business, Bachelor of Business • 4 Tier 3 courses, from at least two clusters Administration (BBA) Note: on Mount Royal University General Education Requirement Students who wish to graduate with the MRU BBA are required Students who have completed a University Transfer Studies to meet the General Education requirements of Mount Royal Diploma (20 University Transfer Courses), with the ten Core BBA University. General Education provides students with the Business Courses specified below, may apply for entry to the third opportunity to build their ability to think critically, develop their year of MRU’s BBA Program at RDC. communication and mathematical skills, stimulate their capacities for creative, innovative thinking, and enrich their knowledge of Note: Business Administration Diploma or Financial Services the wider social, cultural, and natural worlds in which they live and Diploma holders may also be eligible for entry into the third year work. The General Education Program is organized around four of MRU’s BBA program at RDC. See the BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, thematic clusters which constitute groups of streams of courses: BACHELOR - MOUNT ROYAL UNIVERSITY section of this calendar for 1. Numeracy and Scientific Literacy further information. 2. Values, Beliefs and Identity 3. Community and Society Year 1 - Suggested Pattern of Courses 4. Communication BUS 306/BUS 307 (6 credits) ECON 201/ECON 202 (6 credits) Additional information on MRU’s General Education Clusters is ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) provided in the BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, BACHELOR - MOUNT Four Management or General Education Courses (12 credits) * ROYAL UNIVERSITY section of this calendar.

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Students are reminded to seek advising from the MRU BBA University of Lethbridge (Faculty of Program Student Advisor at RDC for program direction and course Management, Bachelor of Management) selection. Failure to follow the individual student program outlined Applicants who have completed three or more transferable will result in failure to meet the degree graduation requirements. semester courses at one or more post-secondary institutions will be Information on the 3rd and 4th year of the BBA program is provided considered for admission as New Transfer applicants. in the BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, BACHELOR - MOUNT ROYAL UNIVERSITY section of this calendar. Suggested Pattern Year 1 BUS 306 (3 credits) University of Alberta (Alberta School of ECON 201/ECON 202 (6 credits) Business, Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) All applicants must complete one year of pre-professional studies in BUS 201 (3 credits) order to apply to the program. Four General Liberal Education Requirements GLER/Option (12 credits) Suggested Pattern Year 1 BUS 306/BUS 307 (6 credits) Suggested Pattern Year 2 ECON 201/ECON 202 (6 credits) ACCT 202/ACCT 204 (6 credits) OR ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) ACCT 202/ACCT 104 (6 credits) MATH 202 or MATH 203 (3 credits) BADM 132 (3 credits) Three Non-Business Options (9 credits) BUS 303 (3 credits) BUS 310 (3 credits) Suggested Pattern Year 2 Four General Liberal Education Requirements GLER/Option ACCT 202/ACCT 204 (6 credits) (12 credits) BADM 132 (3 credits) BUS 303 (3 credits) This program will vary slightly depending on the major chosen. BUS 310 (3 credits) BUS 311 (3 credits) Athabasca University (Bachelor of Commerce) Four Non-Business Options (12 credits) For specific program requirements and regulations, please contact Athabasca University directly. www.business.athabascau.ca This program will vary slightly depending on the major chosen. (1.800.468.6531).

University of Calgary Haskayne School of Note: Athabasca University has an open admission policy.

Business, Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) Suggested Pattern Year 1 Entry to the B.Com Program at U of C requires 6 half-year courses BADM 110 (3 credits) (18 credits) of pre-professional studies. CMPT 261 (3 credits) COMM 250 (3 credits) Suggested Pattern Year 1 ECON 201/ECON 202 (6 credits) BUS 306/BUS 307 (6 credits) ENGL 219/220 (Recommended)(6 credits) ECON 201/ECON 202 (6 credits) OR ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) OR ENGL 219 and one Junior Humanities, ENGL 219 & PHIL 201 (6 credits) OR Science or Social Science (6 credits) ENGL 219 & Junior Humanities Option (6 credits) OR MATH 202 (3 credits) ENGL 219 & Fine Arts Option (6 credits) Two Junior Humanities, Science or Social Science (6 credits) MATH 202 OR MATH 203 (3 credits) One Junior Science Option (3 credits) Suggested Pattern Year 2 One Junior Social Science Option (3 credits) ACCT 202/ACCT 204 (6 credits) One Junior Non-Commerce Options (3 credits) BUS 306/BUS 307 (6 credits) BUS 311 (3 credits) Note: All courses which you intend to submit to U of C for Four Senior Humanities, Science or Social Science (12 credits) admission requirements must be completed by the end of winter One of BADM 132 or BADM 281 or BUS 303 term of the year of application.

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Burman University (Bachelor of Business year if RDC does not offer all needed courses. Before planning your Administration) program and registering in courses, decide on which university you provides students with the opportunity to wish to attend, the grade level you want to teach, and the subject transfer into its Bachelor of Business Administration (4-yr) degree area in which you will specialize. (See details under University Transfer program. To meet the core, cognate, and major requirements for Programs.) Detailed information regarding course selection and transfer into this program, you should consult with an Academic transfer admission requirements for University of Alberta and University Advisor at Burman University. of Lethbridge are provided by the RDC School of Education before you register. Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 University of Calgary offers three routes to a Bachelor of Education: For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to 1. 5-Year Concurrent (Direct-Entry) Program in Elementary or www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. Secondary Education – up to one year (30 credits) of coursework may be available at RDC Graduation Requirements 2. 4-Year Community-Based Pathway – up to two years (60 credits) You must pass 20 term university transfer courses or a minimum of of coursework may be available at RDC; preference for admission 60 credit hours, and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 to to this program at University of Calgary is given to students who receive a Diploma in University Transfer Studies. meet the Werkland School of Education’s definition of “rural”; contact the Werkland School of Education at University of Calgary for information. 3. 2-Year (After-Degree) Consecutive Education Program in Elementary or Secondary Education – a degree in a specific teachable subject is required for admission Bachelor of Education Contact the RDC School of Education advising and recruiting specialist for further information. School of Education Associate Dean E-mail: [email protected] Universities accept a limited number of students to the Bachelor Local calls: 403.342.3400 of Education program. Successful transfer admission is based on Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 proper course selection, credit hours completed, grade point average See page 26 for general information. (GPA), and other requirements. The requirements vary depending on

which university, route, and major/minor you choose. Some routes One- and Two-Year University Transfer Program and majors are more competitive than others and may require a higher grade point average to gain admission. If you plan to transfer For the most current university program and transfer information, to a university other than University of Alberta or The University of please see the Academic Advising homepage at www.rdc.ab.ca/ Lethbridge you are advised to contact your destination university for academic_advising. Click on Academic Planning Guides. program planning and transfer admission information. The School of Education Advising and Recruiting Specialist can assist you with this The Program process. Graduates of the four-year Bachelor of Education program (University of Alberta) and the five-year combined degree program Admission Requirements (University of Alberta and The University of Lethbridge) are eligible 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: to apply for Teacher Certification in the Province of Alberta and all a. ELA 30-1 other provinces. Red Deer College offers up to two years (60 credits) b. Three subjects from Group A or C of transferable coursework of these programs. c. Subject from Group A, B, C, or D (See “Alberta Grade 12 Course Groups,” page 8) Your educational experience is further enhanced through active OR participation in the Education Undergraduate Society (EUS). 2. Mature Student Membership in this society entitles you to attend conferences, You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school at least conventions and other activities of the Alberta Teachers’ Association. one full year before the program starts, and have a minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: Transfer Features a. ELA 30-1 RDC offers up to two years of coursework in Bachelor of Education b. Subject from Group A or C (See “Alberta Grade 12 Course programs transferable to University of Alberta and The University Groups, page 8). of Lethbridge. Some routes and majors in University of Alberta and University of Lethbridge programs may require transfer after one

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Note: Students must meet high school course prerequisites for all the decision of the Registrar to a Certification Appeal Committee required coursework. established by the Minister. Appeals must be made in writing • Students entering Elementary Education transferable to within 30 days of being advised of the Registrar’s decision not to University of Alberta are strongly advised to possess Math 30-1 or issue a certificate. Math 30-2 to meet the prerequisite for the required Mathematics courses in the Degree. For additional information please contact the Registrar, Teacher • If you do not meet a high school prerequisite for required Development and Certification, Alberta Education at coursework you will need to take upgrading coursework in order 310.000 and then 780.427.2045. to meet the prerequisite and complete the courses required for your degree. University Programs Legend: Note: In addition to the program admission requirements * Transfer after one year recommended. applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate * * Transfer may be difficult at this time. Courses needed may not English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the be available at Red Deer College. You should have an alternate Academic Calendar for further information. major in mind and/or apply directly to the university. *** Graduates of the Music Diploma, Theatre Performance and Note: If you are admitted as a Mature Student, you still must meet Creation Diploma, Theatre and Entertainment Diploma, or prerequisite requirements for university transfer courses. (Prerequisites Visual Arts Diploma may apply to the Post-diploma BMus/BEd for Red Deer College university transfer courses are listed under the or BFA/BEd programs and complete this Combined Degree course descriptions at the back of this Calendar.) You may have to take Program with an additional 35 courses. more 30-level high school subjects than the minimum stated above, in order to complete courses needed for your degree. Please see the School of Education Advising and Recruiting Although not required for admission, it is strongly suggested that Specialist if you have questions about the Post-diploma Combined students entering Elementary Education possess Math 30-1 or Math Degree programs in Music or Fine Arts. 30-2 in order to meet the prerequisites of certain courses within the degree. University of Alberta Elementary (Kindergarten to Grade 8) Note: Students with Study Permits that are admitted to a program Students may apply to University of Alberta to complete B.Ed. that has a practicum or clinical placement in childcare, primary/ Elementary on the University campus or apply to University of secondary school teaching or health service field occupations must Alberta to complete B.Ed. Middle Years on the RDC campus. complete their Medical Authorization as required by Citizenship and Immigration Canada one month prior to the start of classes. Secondary (Grades 7-12) Majors include: Important Notes: • Art * ** For interim certification applicants must provide evidence of • Biological Sciences Canadian citizenship or permanent residency and must be • Career & Technology Studies * ** proficient in English or French. • Chemistry • English Language Arts Students should be aware that all persons applying for • General Sciences certification as a teacher in Alberta will be subject to the • Kinesiology following restrictions on eligibility: • Mathematics * • Music - Wind Band * Except where the Minister of Education decides otherwise, the • Physical Sciences Registrar, Teacher Development and Certification shall not issue a • Physics * teaching certificate to: • Second Languages (French) * a. A person who has been convicted for an indictable offense • Second Languages (Spanish) * under the Criminal Code. • Social Studies OR b. A person whom the Registrar has reason to believe should not Minors include: be issued a certificate. All major subjects above plus • Drama The Registrar shall refuse to issue a teaching certificate to any • Health Education applicant possessing an indictable criminal conviction. The Registrar may refuse to issue a teaching certificate to an applicant possessing a criminal conviction of a nature deemed unsuitable for teaching children or for any other reason. Applicants may appeal

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University of Lethbridge University of Alberta - Middle Years Route Students completing a combined degree through The University of Students in B.Ed. Elementary who will apply to year three of B.Ed. Lethbridge may choose from the following combinations at RDC: Collaborative Middle Years Route will take this coursework (60 credits) Degree BA/BEd • EDUC 250 Anthropology Social Studies Education • EDPY course (3 credits) Art Art Education * • EDIT 302 (3 credits) Canadian Studies Social Studies Education • Junior English (6 credits) Dramatic Arts Drama Education * • Senior English (3 credits) Economics Social Studies Education • Fine Arts (6 credits) English English Language Arts Ed. • Mathematics (6 credits) Geography Social Sciences Education* • Natural Science (6 credits) Gen. Humanities English Language Arts Ed. Gen. Soc. Sci. Physical Education • Physical Education (3 credits) Gen. Soc. Sci. Social Studies Education • Health Education (3 credits) History Social Studies Education • Social Science (3 credits) Kinesiology Physical Education • Canadian History (3 credits) Political Science Social Studies Education • Aboriginal & Indigenous Histories and Culture (3 credits) Sociology Social Studies Education • Non-Education Options (9 credits)

Degree BFA/BEd University of Alberta - Secondary Route (up to 60 credits) Art Art Education*** • EDIT 302 (3 credits) • EDUC 250 (3 credits) Degree BFA/BEd • EDPY course (3 credits) Dramatic Arts Drama Education*** • English (6 credits) • Major/Minor Options (39 credits) Degree BMgmt/BEd • Open Options (6 credits) Gen Mgmt Career & Tech Studies: Business Focus University of Calgary Degree BMus/BEd Please consult with the RDC School of Education Advising and Music Music Education*** Recruiting Specialist

Degree BSc/BEd University of Lethbridge Math Mathematics Education* • EDFX 203 (3 credits) Gen. Sciences Mathematics Education* • EDFN 341 (3 credits) Bio. Sciences Science Education • Education Options (9 credits) Chemistry Science Education* • Major (24 or 33 credits) Gen. Sciences Science Education* • Options (21 or 12 credits) Geography Science Education * Burman University Program Content ( Year 1 & 2) Burman University provides RDC students with the opportunity to Please note that these credits are U of A credits and U of L transfer into the Bachelor of Education (4-yr) program. To meet the credits. core, cognate, minor, specialization and major requirements for transfer into this program, you should consult with the School of University of Alberta - Elementary Route (60 credits) Education at Burman University. • EDUC 250 (3 credits) • EDPY 305 (3 credits) Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 • EDIT 302 (3 credits) For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to • Junior English (6 credits) www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. • Senior English (3 credits) • Fine Arts (6 credits) • Mathematics (6 credits) Graduation Requirements • Natural Science (6 credits) You must pass 20 term university transfer courses or a minimum of • Physical Education (6 credits) 60 credit hours, and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 to • Social Science (3 credits) receive a Diploma in University Transfer Studies. • Canadian History (3 credits) • Aboriginal & Indigenous Histories and Culture (3 credits) • Non Education and/or Open Options (9 credits)

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Admission Requirements 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: Bachelor of Science and a. Biology 30 b. ELA 30-1 Bachelor of Education c. Mathematics 30-1 d. Chemistry 30 e. Subject from Group A, B or C (Physics 30 recomended) Combined Degree OR 2. Mature Student School of Education Associate Dean You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school at least E-mail: [email protected] one full year before the program starts, and have a minimum Local calls: 403.342.3400 average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 a. ELA 30-1 See page 26 for general information. b. Mathematics 30-1 c. Biology 30 One-and Two-Year University Transfer Program d. Chemistry 30

The Program Note: In addition to the program admission requirements A combined BEd/BSc program allows you to satisfy the minimum applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate requirements of both degrees in five years. The program provides English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the a broader science background while maintaining the teacher Academic Calendar for further information. education component. Graduates of the combined degree are eligible to apply for Teacher Certification in the Province of Alberta Program Content and all other provinces. Red Deer College offers up to two years of Teaching science in secondary school requires studying a variety these programs. of subjects. For the University of Alberta, you will normally major in one of the following areas and minor in another: Transfer Features 1. Biological Sciences includes Biology, Botany, Entomology, You may transfer up to 60 credits taken at Red Deer College to Genetics, Immunology and Infection, Marine Science, the university of your choice. Some routes and majors may require Microbiology, Neuroscience, Pharmacology, Physiology, transfer after one year if Red Deer College does not offer all courses Zoology. needed. 2. Mathematical Sciences includes Applied Probability, Computing Science, Mathematics, Statistics. Before planning your program and registering, decide on the 3. Physical Sciences includes Astronomy, Chemistry, Mathematical university you want to attend, the grade level you want to teach, Physics, Physics. and the subject area in which you want to specialize. (See details under “University Programs”). Transfer to the University of Alberta after one year is required for all Direct transfer arrangements are in place to the University of of these programs in order to meet the U of A Faculty of Science Alberta and University of Lethbridge. You may arrange to transfer residency requirement. to other institutions at which a Bachelor of Education is offered. University of Alberta Transfer institutions accept a limited number of students to the Please note that these credits are U of A credits. Bachelor of Education program. Successful transfer is based on proper course selection, credit hours completed, grade point Suggested Pattern Year 1 average (G.P.A.), and other requirements. These requirements vary English (6 credits) depending on which university, route, and major you choose. Biological Sciences (6 credits) Mathematical Sciences (6 credits) Some routes and majors are more competitive than others and Physical Sciences (6 credits) may require a higher grade point average for transfer. Detailed Science Major/Minor or Arts options (6 credits) information regarding course selection and transfer requirements for University of Alberta and University of Lethbridge are provided by Red Deer College before you register. If you plan to transfer elsewhere, you may need to contact your destination University or College regarding course planning. Academic Advisors at Red Deer College can assist you in this process.

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University of Calgary The Program Please consult with an Academic Advisor. All of our visual art instructors are professional practising artists. We offer state-of-the-art studio spaces fully equipped for ceramics, University of Lethbridge sculpture, painting, drawing, and design. Follow the BEd Combined Degree Program as outlined in the Bachelor of Education section of this Calendar (see page 46). The program offers you a concentrated visual arts foundation in a two-year time span. The first year emphasizes experience in Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 drawing, painting, design, ceramics, sculpture, art history, and For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to English. A broad range of visual experiences will help you form www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. a visual arts vocabulary and master skills in composition and technical areas. Graduation Requirements Emphasis in the second year is on creative growth, visual maturity You must pass 20 term university transfer courses or a minimum of in studio work as well as allowing you to experience open options 60 credit hours, and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of to broaden your education. 2.00 to receive a Diploma in University Transfer Studies. Transfer Features You may transfer up to 20 course equivalents taken at Red Deer College to the University of Alberta, University of Calgary, University of Lethbridge or the Alberta College of Art and Design, Bachelor of Fine Art NSCAD University, and the Emily Carr University of Art and Design. The B.F.A. program is also transferable to most other Canadian Associate Dean universities and art colleges. Dr. Peter Fielding E-mail: [email protected] Transfer requirements vary from one university to another. See the Local calls: 403.342.3400 Alberta Transfer Guide for detailed transfer policies. Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 See page 26 for general information. Admission Requirements 1 Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: Two-Year University Transfer Program a. ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2 The Bachelor of Fine Art program provides a comprehensive Note: Students who enter the program with ELA 30-2 must program of studies for those considering a career or general take ELA 30-1 or the equivalent (English 095) and may not education in visual art. complete the program in four terms. English 095 is not credited towards diplomarequirements. Related Careers b. Three subjects from Group A,B, or C This program emphasizes the importance of a general foundation c. One subject from Group A,B,C or D (See “Alberta Grade 12 in art. Employment in specialized art field can be very competitive Course Groups,” page 8) making the strength of your basic education very important. OR 2. Mature Student The following employment-related fields require a general art You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school at least foundation, followed by more specialized training, ending in a four- one full year before the program starts, and have a minimum year undergraduate degree or Master’s degree. 60% average with no mark below 50% in: Fine Art - sculpture, painting, ceramics, photography, and drawing a. ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2 Crafts Design - ceramics, textiles, glass, and jewellery Note: Students who enter the program with ELA 30-2 must Commercial Design - lay-out, illustration, display, model-making, take ELA 30-1 or the equivalent (English 095) and may not and photography complete the program in four terms. English 095 is not Environmental Design - architectural, urban, environmental, and credited towards diploma requirements as it is equivalent to industrial design high school ELA 30-1. Photography - creative, commercial, industrial, and freelance b. Subject from Group A, B, or C (See “Alberta Grade 12 Course Art Education - secondary and post.secondary Groups,” page 8). Other - art galleries, framing shops, etc. Note: In addition to the program admission requirements applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the Academic Calendar for further information.

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Program Content Suggested Pattern Year 1 ART 101/ART101 Visiting Artists Kinesiology and Sport ART 201/ART 203 Art History I and II ART 231/ART 233 Visual Fundamentals I & II Studies ART 241/ART 243 Drawing I and II ART 251 Two Dimensional Studies Painting I Associate Dean ART 261 Three Dimensional Studies - Ceramics I Sharon Hamilton ART 281 Three Dimensional Studies-Sculpture I E-mail: [email protected] English One term course at the 200 level. Local calls: 403.342.3400 Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 Suggested Pattern Year 2 See page 26 for general information. ART 101/ART 101 Visiting Artists ART 310/ART 311 Professional Practice I and II The Program ART 341/ART 343 Drawing III and IV The program is designed so that students can complete a 2-year Two studio electives from the following: diploma (see Kinesiology and Sport Studies Diplomas, page 97), and ART 351/ART 353 Painting II and III then enter the work force or transfer to a university and complete ART 361/ART 363 Ceramics II and III a Bachelor’s degree. The program is designed for students wishing ART 381/ART 383 Sculpture II and III to transfer to the University of Alberta, the University of Calgary or One term academic option the University of Lethbridge. Transfer to other universities is possible English One term course at the 200 level with proper program consultation and careful course selection. For Two term University transfer academic option (preferably a 300 university transfer, the courses you select must meet the program level Art History). requirements of the specific university chosen. Admission to a university program may be limited by quota. Entry University of Lethbridge Transfer is based on your academic record. You should expect heavy course You may enter the third year of BFA (Art) at the University of and program demands and the need for a competitive GPA if you Lethbridge or the Alberta College of Art and Design if you have wish to transfer to a university program. successfully completed all of the program requirements, or transfer to most Canadian universities. The objective of the program is to educate and prepare qualified leaders in the field of Kinesiology and Sport Studies who: Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 • Are prepared for employment in related fields and agencies in the For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to private and public sectors. www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. • Are prepared for teaching and coaching careers in school systems. • May choose to continue their education at the graduate level. Graduation Requirements You must pass 20 term university transfer courses or a minimum of You must complete an after degree program in Education if you wish 60 credit hours, and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 to to become a certified teacher in Alberta. This normally qualifies you receive a Diploma in University Transfer Studies. to teach in physical education and health areas, plus one or more other subject areas. Selecting proper courses during your program is important for this reason.

Two Year University Transfer Program

Kinesiology is the study of the science of movement. The Red Deer College Kinesiology and Sport Studies program offers the first 2 years of a variety of Bachelor Degree programs.

For the most current university program and transfer information, please see the Academic Advising homepage at www.rdc.ab.ca/academic_advising. Click on Planning Guides.

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The program offers university transfer to the following programs: The • rehabilitation centres • outdoor pursuits University of Alberta • volunteer organizations Bachelor of Kinesiology - BKin • government agencies BSc Kinesiology - BScKin BKin/BEd - 5 year combined degree Admission Requirements The University of Calgary 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: Bachelor of Kinesiology - BKin a. ELA 30-1 The University of Lethbridge . b Two subjects from Group A*and/ or C (for this program only, Bachelor of Arts. - Kinesiology Math 30-2 may also be used as one of these subjects) Bachelor of Arts (Kinesiology)/BEd (Physical Education) c. Subject from Group C (Biology 30 recommended) Combined - 5 year program d. Subject from Group B, C, or D (see “Alberta Grade 12 Course Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology Groups”, page 8) Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science * Only one language other than English will be accepted OR Out of province universities through proper course selection (see an 2. Mature Student Academic Advisor) You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for at least one full year before the program starts, and have a Transfer to other programs and other universities is possible. These minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: transfer opportunities include: a. ELA 30-1 b. Subject from Group C (Biology 30 recommended) • Athletic Therapy program (4 year Bachelor’s Degree in PhysicalEducation or Kinesiology plus a 5th year at Mount Royal Note: If you are applying to the Faculty of Kinesiology at the University) - After completing 2 years (60) applicable transfer University of Calgary, you must present ELA 30-1, Biology 30, Math credits) at RDC students transfer to the U of A or the U of C to 30-1 and Chemistry 30 for admission. For the U of C - Exercise and complete their degree. They then apply to the Mount Royal Health Physiology Major - Math 30-1 (minimum grade of 70%) is University Athletic Therapy Advanced Certificate Program for a 5th required. Math 31 is recommended. For the U of C .Biomechanics year of studies to complete requirements for this certificate. This Major - Math 30-1 (minimum grade of 70%) and Math 31 are program is very competitive. required; Physics 30 is recommended. • BComm/BKIN (5 year combined program) - University of Calgary. Note: If you are applying to the University of Alberta Bachelor of The program can lead into the following areas of study: Science Kinesiology (BScKin), admission to this program requires the • adapted physical education following high school subject requirements - ELA 30-1, Chemistry 30, • athletic therapy Math 30-1, Physics 30, and one of Biology 30 or Physical Education • fitness and health promotion 30 (5 credits) or approved 35 level equivalent (5 credit), including • physical education in schools Exercise Science 35, Sports Medicine 35, or Sport Performance 35. • physical activity leadership • tourism and hospitality • outdoor education Note: Students with Study Permits that are admitted to a program • sports administration that has a practicum or clinical placement in childcare, primary/ • coaching secondary school teaching or health service field occupations must • dance complete their Medical Authorization as required by Citizenship and • sport sciences Immigration Canada one month prior to the start of classes. • physical therapy • occupational therapy Program Content Related Careers This program is designed for students who wish to complete the • elementary schools 2-year General Diploma in Kinesiology and Sport Studies and • secondary schools continue on to a Bachelor’s Degree. Students wishing to complete • colleges and universities the Adapted Physical Education, Coaching & Sport Performance, • community centres Fitness & Health Promotion , or Sport Management Diploma, and • corporate setting transfer to university, need to select the appropriate options and • municipal recreation departments physical activity courses. (See Kinesiology and Sport Studies Diploma, • provincial sport organizations page 97 - and see an Academic Advisor.) • private fitness centres • sport clubs • private enterprise • health care • youth services

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University of Alberta Year 2 Bachelor of Kinesiology PSIO 258 Elementary Physiology I Year 1 PSIO 259 Elementary Physiology II KNSS 200 Structural Anatomy KNSS 202 Physiology of Exercise KNSS 201 Biomechanics KNSS 203 Skill Acquisition & Performance KNSS 204 Sociocultural Foundations of P.E. KNSS 209 Measurement & Evaluation Leisure & Sport KNSS 220 Introduction to Athletic Therapy KNSS 210 Fitness and Wellness Theory & Practice KNSS 240 Adapted Physical Education KNSS 240 Adapted Physical Education KNSS 250 Intro to the Admin of Sport, Physical KNSS 270 Leadership & Instruction in Physical Activity & Recreation Programs Activity KDNC 200 The Spectrum of Dance in Society Two of: ENGL 219/ENGL 220 Essay Composition and Critical KNSS 205 History of Sport Reading/Literary Analysis KNSS 244 Introduction to Nutrition One Physical Activity Courses - KPAC/ KDNC KNSS 253 Psychological Sport Performance Year 2 KNSS 260 Introduction to Coaching Theory PSIO 258 Elementary Physiology I KNSS 280 Outdoor Education* PSIO 259 Elementary Physiology II KNSS 299 Directed Studies KNSS 202 Physiology of Exercise KNSS 307 Growth & Development KNSS 203 Skill Acquisition & Performance KNSS 205 History of Sport * Participation in KNSS 280 requires that all students to complete KNSS 250 Intro to the Admin of Sport, Physical and return a participant information package in early August. If you Activity & Recreation Programs One do not receive the participant information package by the end of Physical Activity Courses - KPAC/KDNC July please contact the Kinesiology Department at 403.342.3201. Two of: For transfer and course selection specifics, it is strongly KNSS 209 Measurement and Evaluation recommended that students see an Academic Advisor. KNSS 244 Introduction to Nutrition KNSS 253 Psychological Sport Performance Bachelor of Kinesiology/Bachelor of Education BKin/BEd KNSS 307 Growth and Development (5-year) Programs PSYC 260 Basic Psychological Processes Red Deer College offers the first two years of the BPE/BEd One of: combined programs. Students completing the first two years of KNSS 220 Introduction to Athletic Therapy the combined degree program will transfer into the BPE program KNSS 260 Introduction to Coaching Theory at the U of A for year 3. Upon completion of year 3 (99 credits), KNSS 280 Introduction to Outdoor Education* they will apply to the BEd Program for year 4 & 5. The program is KNSS 299 Directed Studies in Kinesiology and very competitive and a limited number of spaces are available Sport Studies for transfer applicants into year 3 at the University of Alberta. INTD 240 Integrated Arts Approach to These programs are highly competitive and limited by quota and Movement acceptance into the combined degree route at the U of A is not guaranteed. * Participation in KNSS 280 requires that all students to complete and return a participant information package in early August. If you BPE/BEd (Elementary Route) do not receive the participant information package by the end of Year 1 July please contact the Kinesiology Department at 403.342.3201. KNSS 200 Structural Anatomy KNSS 201 Biomechanics Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology KNSS 204 Sociocultural Foundations of P.E. Year 1 Leisure and Sport KNSS 200 Structural Anatomy KNSS 210 Fitness & Wellness Theory & Practice KNSS 201 Biomechanics KNSS 240 Adapted Physical Education KNSS 204 Sociocultural Foundations of P.E. KNSS 270 Leadership & Instruction in Physical Leisure and Sport Activity KNSS 210 Fitness and Wellness Theory & Practice KDNC 200 Spectrum of Dance in Society KNSS 270 Leadership & Instruction in Physical One KPAC/KDNC course Activity ENGL 219/ENGL 220 Essay Composition and Critical MATH 202 Elementary Calculus Reading/Literary Analysis ENGL 219/ENGL 220 Essay Composition and Critical MATH choose from MATH 260 or any Reading/Literary Analysis CHEM 211 transferable Math or STAT course Introductory University Chemistry CHEM 251 Introductory Organic Chemistry

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Year 2 University of Calgary PSIO 258 Elementary Physiology I Bachelor of Kinesiology KNSS 203 Skill Acquisition & Performance Year 1 KNSS 205 History of Sport KNSS 200 Structural Anatomy KNSS 220 Introduction to Athletic Therapy OR KNSS 201 Biomechanics KNSS 307 Growth and Development KNSS 204 Sociocultural Foundations of P.E. KNSS 250 Intro to the Admin of Sport, Physical Leisure & Sport Activity & Recreation Programs KNSS 210 Fitness and Wellness Theory & Practice KNSS 260 Intro to Coaching Theory OR KNSS 240 Adapted Physical Education KNSS 280 Intro to Outdoor Education* KNSS 270 Leadership & Instruction in Physical One KPAC/KDNC course Activity KPED 292 Introduction to Elementary School PE KDNC 200 The Spectrum of Dance in Society EDPY 200 Introduction to Educational Two Approved Options Psychology or Education option Two Physical Activity Courses - KPAC/ KDNC or KNSS 280* EDIT 302 Instructional Application of Technology Year 2 EDUC 250 The Profession of Teaching PSIO 258 Elementary Physiology I PSIO 259 Elementary Physiology II * Participation in KNSS 280 requires that all students to complete KNSS 205 History of Sport and return a participant information package in early August. If you KNSS 209 Measurement and Evaluation do not receive the participant information package by the end of KNSS 244 Introduction to Nutrition July please contact the Kinesiology Department at 403.342.3201. KNSS 307 Growth and Development For transfer and course selection specifics it is strongly BIOL 217 Introduction to Cell Biology recommended that students see an Academic Advisor. Two Physical Activity Courses - KPAC/ KDNC or KNSS 280*

BPE/BEd (Secondary Route) Two of: Year 1 One Approved Option KNSS 200 Structural Anatomy KNSS 203 Skill Acquisition & Performance KNSS 201 Biomechanics KNSS 220 Introduction to Athletic Therapy KNSS 204 Sociocultural Foundations of P.E. KNSS 250 Intro to the Admin of Sport, Physical Leisure & Sport Activity & Recreation Programs KNSS 210 Fitness & Wellness Theory & Practice KNSS 253 Psychological Sport Performance KNSS 270 Leadership & Instruction in Physical KNSS 260 Introduction to Coaching Theory Activity KNSS 299 Directed Studies in Kinesiology and KDNC 200 Spectrum of Dance in Society Sport Studies One KPAC/KDNC course INTD 240 Integrated Arts Approach to ENGL 219/ENGL 220 Essay Composition and Critical Movement Reading/Literary Analysis * Participation in KNSS 280 requires that all students to complete Two Minor courses and return a participant information package in early August. If you Year 2 do not receive the participant information package by the end of PSIO 258 Elementary Physiology I July please contact the Kinesiology Department at 403.342.3201. KNSS 205 History of Sport KNSS 240 Adapted Physical Education Note: Students should plan to take KNSS 200, PSIO 258, PSIO 259, KNSS 250 Intro to the Admin of Sport, Physical and BIOL 217 at RDC before transferring to U of C. Activity & Recreation Programs KNSS 260 Introduction to Coaching Approved Options should be selected after consultation with an One KPAC/KDNC course Academic Advisor and considering the major you will choose upon KPED 294 Introduction to the Movement of transferring. Activities of Youth EDIT 302 Instructional Application of General Major Approved Options are: ENGL 219 and/or PSYC 260. Technology EDPY 200 Introduction to Educational Students interested in pursuing the Leadership in Pedagogy and Psychology Coaching Major at the U of C should discuss, with an academic 2 Minor Courses advisor, requirements for admission to this program at U of C prior to commencement of their RDC Kinesiology program. For transfer and course selection specifics it is strongly recommended that students see an Academic Advisor. www.rdc.ab.ca 53 UNIVERSITY TRANSFER PROGRAMS

University of Lethbridge OR Students apply to the Kinesiology program at RDC 2. Mature Student • Bachelor of Arts (Kinesiology) You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for • Bachelor of Arts (Kinesiology)/Bachelor of Education (Physical at least one full year before the program starts, and have a Education) (5-year program) minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: • Bachelor of Science (Kinesiology) a. ELA 30-1 • Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science) b. Subject from Group A or C (See “Alberta Grade 12 Course Groups,” page 8) For transfer and course selection specifics students are directed to see an Academic Advisor. Note: In addition to the program admission requirements applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate One Year University Transfer Program English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the Red Deer College offers one year of transfer to the University of Academic Calendar for further information. Alberta’s Bachelor of Arts in Recreation, Sport and Tourism Degree. If you wish to transfer to a university other than the University of Program Content Alberta, please check with that university before registering in ENGL 219/220 Essay Composition & Critical Reading/ courses. Literary Analysis KNSS 204 Introduction to Sociocultural For the most current university program and transfer information, Foundations of Physical Education, please see the Academic Advising homepage at www.rdc.ab.ca/ Leisure and Sport academic_advising. Click on Planning Guides. KNSS 205 History of Sport KNSS 210 Fitness and Wellness Theory Related Careers and Practice • Municipal parks and recreation departments KNSS 240 Adapted Physical Education -- programmers KNSS 250 Introduction to the Administration of -- planners Sport, Physical Activity, and Recreation -- facility operators Programs -- managers 2 Art Options - Liberal Arts Foundation Courses -- administrators 1 Option - Liberal Arts Foundation Course or Open Option • Federal and provincial governments -- cultural services Program Readmission -- recreation services See page 11. -- parks services • Youth service agencies Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 -- Boys’ and Girls’ Clubs For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to -- Y.M.C.A. and Y.W.C.A. www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. • Institutional recreation -- hospitals Graduation Requirements -- rehabilitation centres You must pass 20 term university transfer courses or a minimum of -- seniors’ centres 60 credit hours, and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 to -- correctional centres receive a Diploma in University Transfer Studies. • Tourism and commercial recreation • Camping and outdoor recreation

Admission Requirements 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: a. ELA 30-1 . b Subject from Group A or C . c Subject from Group A or B d. Subject from Group C (Biology 30 recommended) e. Subject from Group A, C, or Physical Education 30 (5 credit) (See “Alberta Grade 12 Course Groups,” page 8)

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Laboratory Safety Requirements Chemistry: You must have a lab coat and safety glasses to take Bachelor of Science part in Chemistry labs. You can buy these items at the College and Pre- Professional Bookstore. Course Selection Note: Not all the courses listed under the programs may be offered Programs every academic year. When selecting courses, the Arts and Science options are defined See page 26 for general information. as: Arts Option Science Option The Program Anthropology Astronomy* The objective of these programs is to provide access to the first Art* Biochemistry and, in some cases, the second year of study toward “general” Drama* Biology or “subject specific” programs which can be transferred to the Economics Chemistry provincial universities. English Computing French Science* The “subject specific” programs provide education in the Genetics *Geography * conventional scientific disciplines. You can take a number of Geography (230/231) options, but the number and sequence of the science courses is (except 230/231) Mathematics more rigid than in the “general” program. History Microbiology Music* Physics The “general” program gives you the flexibility to build a science Philosophy Physiology* program around your personal strengths and interests by blending Political Science *Psychology the “subject specific” areas. This is done by declaring a major and Psychology (260) minor subject. (except 260) Statistics Sociology Zoology* The “pre-professional” programs are designed to meet the Spanish admission requirements of professional schools (such as medicine, *Does not apply at some universities. Check with Academic dentistry, veterinary medicine, pharmacy, optometry, and Advisors. chiropractic medicine). Pre-professional course work for Dental Hygiene is also available (apply to BSc General). Admission to Program Readmission professional programs is very competitive, and you should plan See page 11. your program so that you have the option of completing a science degree if your admission into the professional program is denied or Graduation Requirements delayed. You must pass 20 term university transfer courses or a minimum of 60 credit hours, and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 to In many cases, transfer from one major to another can be arranged receive a Diploma in University Transfer Studies. with a minimal loss in study time.

Transfer Features You may transfer up to 20 course equivalents taken at Red Deer College to the university of your choice. The courses you select must meet the program requirements of that specific university. Before planning your program and registering, you should decide to which university you will transfer, and in what subject area (major) you want to specialize.

Transfer depends on proper course selection, credit hours completed, grade point average (G.P.A.), and other requirements. The minimum stated G.P.A. does not guarantee admission to a professional program.

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Admission Requirements 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: Bachelor of Science a. ELA 30-1 b. Mathematics 30-1 General Program c. Two of Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Mathematics 31, Physics 30 d. Subject from Group A, B, or C (See “Alberta Grade 12 Course Associate Dean Groups,” page 8) Dr. Jane MacNeil OR E-mail: [email protected] 2. Mature Student Local calls: 403.342.3400 You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 at least one full year before the program starts, and have a See page 26 or general information. minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: a. ELA 30-1 One-Year or Two-Year University Transfer . b Mathematics 30-1 Program c. Two of Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Mathematics 31, Physics 30 Note: In addition to the program admission requirements For the most current university program and transfer information, applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate see Planning Guides in Academic Advising. English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the Academic Calendar for further information. The Program The BSc General program gives you a broad education in more than Program Content one branch of study. Students either complete two majors or one The following outlines provide a basic understanding of program major and one minor. Majors are chosen from ten science subject content but do not contain details regarding specific course areas. requirements. This information is current at the time of publication but may change as the universities change their requirements. If you enroll in the General program and intend to transfer to a BSc Specialization or Honors program in the Faculty of Science at U of A, carefully follow the requirements for the latter program when University of Alberta selecting your courses consult an Academic Advisor. This applies A major subject area is chosen from Biological Sciences, to all students intending to transfer to the Universities of Calgary or Chemistry, Earth & Atmospheric Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Lethbridge which do not offer a BSc General program. Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Physics, Science Psychology, and Statistics & Applied Probability. A major should be chosen when Transfer Features registering for year two courses. This program transfers to BSc General at U of A and also allows for The student has the option of choosing a minor subject in the subsequent transfer to University of Alberta BSc Specialization and faculties of Science, Arts or Business. If the minor subject chosen is Honours programs if admission requirements are met for those from Arts, any requirements as specified by the Faculty of Arts must programs. It also allows for transfer to University of Calgary BSc be met. Please see U of A Calendar for minor subject areas in the Honours and Majors programs and to majors in The University of Faculty of Arts. See note below concerning the Business Minor. Lethbridge BSc program. A major and minor in Sciences may not share courses from the same Note: There are some major/minor combinations which have department. For example, the following combinations are not allowed: required courses (usually in the second year) that are not offered at Earth Sciences/Arts Geography Red Deer College. Students taking these combinations can either Science Psychology/Arts take other (transferrable) courses during a second year or can Psychology transfer after their first year at Red Deer College. Courses in a major or minor subject area may not overlap. For example, if the major is Mathematical Sciences and the minor is Statistics, the major would consist of Mathematics courses and Computing Science courses but no Statistics courses. The minor would consist exclusively of Statistics courses.

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See U of A calendar for details on courses required for majors and U of L’s General Liberal Education Requirement (GLER) minors. A maximum of four courses from one department may be used Please note these are U of A credits in meeting the General Liberal Education Requirement. Math and Computer Science are counted as separate departments for Suggested Pattern Year 1 a Science Major. Biology (BIOL), Microbiology (MICR), Zoology ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) (ZOOL), Botany (BOTA), and Genetics (GENE) are considered part of Two junior MATH, STAT, CMPT (6 credits) the Biological Sciences Department. Two junior PHYS , CHEM, ASTR (6 credits) Two junior BIOL, GEOG, PSYC (6 credits) Fine Arts and Humanities transferable courses in ART, DRAM, ENGL, Two junior Arts or Science Options (6 credits) FREN, HIST, MUSI (not MUSI 210, 213, or 214), PHIL, SPAN plus other courses as noted in the academic planning guide. Suggested Pattern Year 2 12 credits toward major Social Sciences transferable courses in ANTH (all non-Science and 6 credits toward minor non-Humanities ANTH courses), ECON, GEOG 251, GEOG 381, GEOG 12 credits towards Arts or Science 382), KNSS (except KNSS 280), POLI, PSYC (excluding PSYC 260 and Options, major and/or minor other Science PSYC courses), SOCI plus other courses as noted in academic planning guides.. Note: Students with a major or minor in chemistry are recommended to complete CHEM 211/CHEM 212 in year one and Sciences transferable courses in BIOC, BIOL, CHEM, CMPT, MATH, CHEM 351/CHEM 352 in year two. PHYS, PSIO, STAT, ZOOL plus other courses as noted in academic planning guide. Options in Arts or Sciences are chosen from transferable courses from: ANTH, ASTR, ART, BIOC, BIOL (not 209), CHEM, CLAS, CMPT Royal Roads University 201, DRAM, ECON, FILM, FREN, GENE, GEOG, HIST, MATH, MUSE, See BSc Environmental Sciences or BSc Environmental MUSI, PHIL, PHYS, POLI, PSYC (not 312), SOCI, SPAN, STAT, ZOOL. Management.

University of Lethbridge Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 Please note these are U of L credits For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to The pattern below is an example of BSc General using Biological www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. Sciences, Chemistry, and Mathematics for the three science streams. See Planning Guides in Academic Advising for further information.

Suggested Pattern Year 1 BIOL 217/BIOL 218 (6 credits) CHEM 211/CHEM 212 (6 credits) MATH 202 (or 203)/MATH 204 (6 credits) 2 Fine Arts or Humanities Requirements (6 credits) 2 Social Science Requirements (6 credits)

Suggested Pattern Year 2 CHEM elective (3 credits) BIOL 317/BIOL 318 (6 credits) One of MATH 221, STAT 251 (3 credits) 2 Fine Arts or Humanities Requirements (6 credits) 2 Social Science Requirements (6 credits) 2 Electives (6 credits)

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Transfer Features The courses in this program can be transferred in full to BSc Bachelor of Science in Agriculture at University of Alberta. Refer to University of Alberta calendar for the complete listing of courses under the Faculty of Agriculture Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences. Admission Requirements Associate Dean 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: Dr. Jane MacNeil a. Biology 30 E-mail: [email protected] . b Chemistry 30 Local calls: 403.342.3400 . c ELA 30-1 Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 . d Mathematics 30-1 See page 26 for general information. . e Subject from Group A, B, C, or D (See “Alberta Grade 12 Course Groups,” page 8) One-Year University Transfer Program OR 2. Mature Student Students in BSc Agriculture will choose a major from Agricultural You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for and Resource Economics, Animal Science, Crop Science, or at least one full year before the program starts, and have a Sustainable Agricultural Systems. minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: a. Biology 30 Related Careers . b Chemistry 30 • Provincial and federal government. c. ELA 30-1 -- inspectors d. Mathematics 30-1 -- administrators -- researchers Note: In addition to the program admission requirements • Commercial and industrial. applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate -- sales and promotion personnel English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the -- researchers Academic Calendar for further information. • Self-employment as farmers and ranchers. • Graduates also play an important role in discussing and solving Program Content ecological problems. This involvement is found in many areas of Please note that these credits are U of A credits. the work force. One Core Program for all majors: The Program ECON 201/202 (6 credits) The Red Deer College program is a modified first year of study that ENGL 219/220 (6 credits) provides credit for the first year of Bachelor of Science Agriculture. MATH 202 (or MATH 203)/STAT 251 (6 credits) It is strongly recommended that students complete all junior 2 of: BIOL 217, 218, 317, 318 (6 credits) requirements before taking senior courses. 1 Elective (3 credits) COMM 271 (3 credits)

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Admission Requirements 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: Bachelor of Science a. Biology 30 . b Chemistry 30 in Agricultural Food . c ELA 30-1 . d Mathematics 30-1 . e Subject from Group A, B, C or D (See “Alberta Grade 12 Business Management Course Groups,” page 8) OR Associate Dean 2. Mature Student Dr. Jane MacNeil You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for E-mail: [email protected] at least one full year before the program starts, and have a Local calls: 403.342.3400 minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 a. Biology 30 See page 26 for general information. . b Chemistry 30 . c ELA 30-1 One-Year University Pre-Professional Program . d Mathematics 30-1

Students in BSc Agricultural Food Business Management will Note: In addition to the program admission requirements choose one specialization: Agricultural Business Management, applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate Food Processing Business Management, or Food Service Business English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the Management. This must be chosen before entering third year, but Academic Calendar for further information. may be chosen as early as the beginning of the first year. For the most current university program and transfer information, Program Content see the Planning Guides in Academic Advising. Please note these credits are U of A credits.

Related Careers University of Alberta Agricultural/Food Business Management graduates develop a Suggested Pattern Year 1 strong understanding of business concepts and principles as Agriculture Business Management/Food Business applied to either the agricultural industry or the food industry. Management Graduates have a basic knowledge of the technical processes One of: BIOL 217, 218 (3 credits) involved. ECON 201/ECON 202 (6 credits) MATH 202 (or MATH 203)/STAT 251 (6 credits) The Program COMM 271 (3 credits) The Red Deer College program is a pre.professional year that ENGL 219/220 (6 credits) prepares the student for admission to the degree program. 2 Electives (6 credits) Normally, three additional years of study are required. Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 Transfer Features For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to The courses in this program can be transferred in full to BSc www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. Agricultural Food Business Management program at University of Alberta. Refer to University of Alberta calendar for the complete listing of courses under the Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences.

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OR 2. Mature Student Bachelor of Science in You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for at least one full year before the program starts, and have a Atmospheric Sciences minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: a. ELA 30-1 Associate Dean . b Mathematics 30-1 Dr. Jane MacNeil . c Chemistry 30 E-mail: [email protected] . d Physics 30 Local calls: 403.342.3400 . e Biology 30 * Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 See page 26 for general information. * For the Environmental Earth Sciences program only.

One-Year University Transfer Program Note: In addition to the program admission requirements applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the Atmospheric Sciences is the study of the atmosphere, surface and Academic Calendar for further information. interior of the earth. Program Content For the most current university program and transfer information, Please note these credits are U of A credits. see the Planning Guides in Academic Advising. University of Alberta Related Careers Suggested Pattern Year 1 • All levels of government. Atmospheric Sciences -- planning commissions MATH 202/203, MATH 204 & MATH 221 (9 credits) -- urban and housing project planning PHYS 241 & PHYS 247 (6 credits) -- parks and recreation planning ENGL 219 & ENGL 220 (6 credits) -- energy and natural resources planning STAT 251 (3 credits) -- overseas service Science or Arts Options (6 credits) • Teaching (with BEd). • Cartography (map-making). Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to The Program www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. Red Deer College offers irst year of university study toward BSc Atmospheric Sciences.

Transfer Features The courses offered in this program are aligned with the University of Alberta. Bachelor of Science in Admission Requirements 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: Biochemistry a. ELA 30-1 . b Mathematics 30-1 Associate Dean . c Chemistry 30 Dr. Jane MacNeil . d Physics 30 E-mail: [email protected] . e Biology 30 * OR Local calls: 403.342.3400 . f Subject from Group A, B, or C (See “Alberta Grade 12 Course Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 Groups,” page 8) See page 26 for general information. One Year University Transfer Program

For the most current university program and transfer information, see Planning Guides in Academic Advising.

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Related Careers • Provincial and federal government • technologists in pure and applied research Bachelor of Science in • Hospital laboratories • technologists in clinical Biochemistry Biological Sciences • Industrial laboratories, including food technology and drug industry Associate Dean • research Dr. Jane MacNeil • analytical control E-mail: [email protected] • developmental work Local calls: 403.342.3400 • Teaching Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 • Graduate studies See page 26 for general information.

The Program Two-Year University Transfer Program Red Deer College offers one year of studies toward BSc Biochemistry. For the most current university program and transfer information, see Planning Guides in Academic Advising. There is a broad range of science courses in the program, allowing for easy transfer to other programs. These include Chemistry, Related Careers various Biology programs, and some pre-professional programs. • Elementary or high school teacher (with certification) • Graduate school (continued studies) Transfer Features • Research and development The courses offered in this program can be transferred to most -- universities universities. The courses you select must meet the program -- medical schools requirements of the university chosen. -- research institutes -- government agencies Admission Requirements -- private companies 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: • Public service a. Biology 30 -- park service b. Chemistry 30 -- field biologists c. ELA 30-1 . d Mathematics 30-1 The Program e. Physics 30 Red Deer College offers the first one or two years of study toward a degree in biological sciences at Alberta universities. Details of the Note: In addition to the program admission requirements University of Alberta , University of Calgary and The University of applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate Lethbridge programs are given below. English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the Academic Calendar for further information. Transfer Features Program Content The courses offered in this program can be transferred in full to Please note these credits are U of A credits. most universities. The courses you select must meet the program requirements of the university chosen. You should be prepared to University of Alberta choose a major within the biological sciences. Suggested Pattern Year 1 BIOL 217 (3 credits) A transfer student may obtain up to 2 full years credit in Biological CHEM 211/CHEM 212/CHEM 351 (9 credits) Sciences at U of A, U of C, or U of L (Alberta Transfer Guide PHYS 205/PHYS 226 (6 credits) www.transferalberta.ca). ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) MATH 202 (or MATH 203)/MATH 204, MATH 221 or STAT 251 (6 credits)

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Admission Requirements University of Lethbridge 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: Please note these credits are U of L credits. a. Biology 30 . b Chemistry 30 Suggested Pattern Year 1 . c ELA 30-1 BIOL 217/BIOL 218 (6 credits) . d Mathematics 30-1 CHEM 211/CHEM 212 (6 credits) e. Subject from Group A, B, or C (Physics 30 or Mathematics 31 STAT 251 (3 credits) strongly recommended) Fine Arts or Humanities (6 credits) (See “Alberta Grade 12 Course Groups,” page 8) Social Sciences (6 credits) OR One of: MATH 202, MATH 203 or MATH 221 (3 credits) 2. Mature Student You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for Year 2 at least one full year before the program starts, and have a See an academic advisor for information. minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: a. Biology 30 Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 b. Chemistry 30 For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to c. ELA 30-1 www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. d. Mathematics 30-1

Note: In addition to the program admission requirements applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the Academic Calendar for further information. Bachelor of Science in Program Content Please note these credits are U of A credits. Chemistry Associate Dean University of Alberta Dr. Jane MacNeil Suggested Pattern Year 1 E-mail: [email protected] BIOL 217/BIOL 218 (6 credits) Local calls: 403.342.3400 CHEM 211/CHEM 212 or Science Option (6 credits) Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 Arts or Science Option (6 credits) See page 26 for general information. ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) STAT 251/one of MATH 202, 203, or 221 (6 credits) One Year University Transfer Program Suggested Pattern Year 2 For the most current university program and transfer information, A variety of offerings exist - Animal Biology, Ecology, Evolutionary see Planning Guides in Academic Advising. Biology, Microbiology, and Moleculer Genetics. The appropriate courses depend upon the major you have chosen. See an academic advisor for details. Related Careers Chemists conduct research to develop new or improved materials, University of Calgary compounds, and substances. They are employed in a wide variety of industries, including: Note: Physics 30 is recommended for this program. • chemical • petrochemical Please note these credits are U of C credits. • pharmaceutical • mineral Suggested Pattern Year 1 • metal BIOL 217/BIOL 218 (6 credits) • pulp and paper CHEM 211/CHEM 212 (6 credits) • manufacturing Two Non-Science Options (6 credits) • utilities MATH 202 (or MATH 203)/MATH 221 (6 credits) • health • education PHYS 205 or Option/PHYS 226 or Option (6 credits) • government Year 2 See an academic advisor for information.

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Completing BSc Chemistry can lead to work in industry or be a step University of Calgary toward a career in teaching, medicine, etc. The specialization program Suggested Pattern Year 1 prepares you for a career as a professional chemist in research or CHEM 211 & CHEM 212 (6 credits) industrial labs, or it can prepare you for graduate work in chemistry. PHYS 205 & PHYS 226 (6 credits) MATH 202/203 & MATH 221 (6 credits) Chemists also work in technical sales and service, and in managing Four Options (12 credits) regulatory programs. Employment for chemists is expected to grow in the chemical products, chemical service, and environmental fields. University of Lethbridge Suggested Pattern Year 1 The Program CHEM 211/CHEM 212 (6 credits) Red Deer College offers the first year of studies. PHYS 241 (3 credits) MATH 202 (or MATH 203)/MATH 204/MATH 221 (9 credits) Transfer Features Fine Arts or Humanities requirements* (6 credits) The courses offered in this program can be transferred to most Social Science requirements* (6 credits) universities. The courses you select must meet the program requirement of the university chosen. Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to Admission Requirements www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: a. Chemistry 30 b. ELA 30-1 c. Mathematics 30-1 d. Physics 30 e. Subject from Group A, B, or C Bachelor of Science in (Mathematics 31 recommended) (See “Alberta Grade 12 Course Groups,” page 8) OR Engineering 2. Mature Student You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for Associate Dean at least one full year before the program starts, and have a Dr. Jane MacNeil minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: E-mail: [email protected] a. Chemistry 30 Local calls: 403.342.3400 b. ELA 30-1 Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 c. Mathematics 30-1 See page 26 for general information. d. Physics 30 (Mathematics 31 recommended.) One-Year University Transfer Program

Note: In addition to the program admission requirements For the most current university program and transfer information, applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate see Planning Guides in Academic Advising. English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the Academic Calendar for further information. Related Careers Engineers deal with the planning, design, construction, testing, Program Content management, or operation of facilities. Please note these credits are U of A, U of C and U of L credits. Civil engineers design bridges, roads, airports, pipelines, dams, ships, University of Alberta buildings, transportation systems, and urban systems. Suggested Pattern Year 1 (Honours or Specialization) Mechanical engineers are involved in energy production and use, CHEM 211/CHEM 212/CHEM 351 (9 credits) combustion processes, vehicle design, and propulsion systems ENGL 219/ENGL 220 or ENGL 219/Arts design. Option (6 credits) MATH 202 (or MATH 203)/MATH 204 (6 credits) Chemical engineers deal with chemical processes. They design and PHYS 241/PHYS 247 or PHYS 205/PHYS 226 (6 credits) analyze systems involving organic materials, nuclear fuels, and food Science Option (3 credits) processing.

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Computer engineers design new computer systems and applications. Note: Due to the high level of demand, the University of Alberta (UoA) gives priority to applicants who have no previous post Other engineering programs available at U of A or U of C are material secondary university transfer credit prior to completing first year science, engineering physics, mining, petroleum, biomedical, engineering courses. If, for example, you have completed all or a geomatics, manufacturing and software. portion of one year in another university transfer program (typically science) you will be assessed a GPA penalty for not having a full The Program load of engineering courses making program transfer to the UoA The first year of studies at Red Deer College will provide you with difficult. Please contact Advising for further information or contact an understanding of mathematics and physical sciences such as the UoA directly. Physics and Chemistry. You will apply this understanding to solving engineering problems in such courses as Engineering Statics, Admission Requirements Dynamics and Design. 1. Minimum average of 65% with no mark below 50% in: a. Chemistry 30 You will take one course in computer programming so as to use b. ELA 30-1 computers in solving engineering problems. You will also use c. Mathematics 30-1 computer-aided graphics. d. Mathematics 31 e. Physics 30 You must also learn to communicate effectively in the English language. Note: Bachelor of Science Engineering applicants will be offered admission on a competitive basis based on GPA ranking. Transfer Features The courses in this program can be transferred in full to University Note: In addition to the program admission requirements of Alberta or University of Calgary or University of Saskatchewan applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate or University of Regina. You must decide on the transfer university English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the when you enter the program. It is imperative that students who will Academic Calendar for further information. apply to University of Alberta take the full first year in one academic year. Program Content Please note these credits are U of A and U of C credits. Application Deadline For University of Calgary transfer: Transcript Deadline - On or before March 1st CHEM 203/CHEM 205 (6 credits) ENCP 200 (3 credits) The Grade Point Average (GPA) calculation for Conditional ENGG 230 (3 credits) Admission will be calculated according to one of the following: ENPH 231 (3 credits) PHYS 269/PHYS 359 (6 credits) • 25 high school credits from the following subjects: Chemistry 30, MATH 212/MATH 213/MATH 223 (9 credits) ELA 30-1, Mathematics 30-1, Mathematics 31 and Physics 30. If Complementary Studies Course (3 credits) any of these courses are in progress at the transcript submission deadline, the 20-level in the subject will be used. For University of Alberta transfer: • 18 post-secondary credits including all credits from the most- CHEM 203/CHEM 205 (4.3+3.8 credits) recently completed term plus the best grades from the next ENCP 200 (3.8 credits) most recent term. ENGG 200 (2 credits) • Applicants with fewer than 18 post-secondary credits will have ENGG 230 (4 credits) their GPA calculated using all post-secondary credits plus the ENPH 231 (4.3 credits) credits from the most recent semester from high school using PHYS 269 (3.8 credits) the best grade(s) from the following five subjects: Chemistry 30, MATH 212/MATH 213/MATH 223 (4+3.5+3.5 credits) ELA 30-1, Mathematics 30-1, Mathematics 31 and Physics 30 to Complementary Studies Course (3 credits) reach 18 credits. For transfer to the University of Saskatchewan or University of Regina, see Planning Guides in Academic Advising. Note: Post-secondary credits will be used in the Conditional Admission GPA calculation before High School credits, regardless Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 of when the post-secondary credits were taken. Post-secondary For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to credits do NOT include any High School equivalents completed at a www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. post-secondary institution (i.e. High School equivalents completed at RDC).

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OR 2. Mature Student Bachelor of Science You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for at least one full year before the program starts, and have a in Environmental & minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: a. Biology 30 b. Chemistry 30 Conservation Sciences . c ELA 30-1 d. Mathematics 30-1 Associate Dean Dr. Jane MacNeil Note: In addition to the program admission requirements E-mail: [email protected] applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate Local calls: 403.342.3400 English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 Academic Calendar for further information. See page 26 for general information. Program Content One-Year University Transfer Program Please note these credits are U of A credits.

Students in BSc Environmental and Conservation Sciences will University of Alberta choose one major: Conservation Biology, Environmental Economics Suggested Pattern Year 1 and Policy, Human Dimensions of Environmental Management, BIOL 218/BIOL 318 (6 credits) Land Reclamation, or Wildlife and Rangeland Resources. CHEM 211 (3 credits) STAT 251 (3 credits) For the most current university program and transfer information, MATH 202 or 203 (3 credits) see Planning Guides in Academic Advising. ENGL 219/one of ENGL 220, COMM 271 (6 credits) ECON 201 (3 credits) Related Careers Free Elective (6 credits) BSc Environmental and Conservation Sciences is for students interested in environmental and conservation issues. Graduates Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 have a strong background in both the basic and applied sciences. For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to They are able to evaluate effects of human land use on plant, soil, www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. water, animal, and human resources and to assess and facilitate conservation, reclamation, and remediation measures for natural and damaged ecosystems. They are not only reactive but also agents for positive, responsible stewardship and change.

Transfer Features The courses in this program can be transferred in full to BSc in Environmental and Conservation Sciences at University of Alberta. Refer to University of Alberta calendar for the complete listing of courses under the Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences.

Admission Requirements 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: a. Biology 30 b. Chemistry 30 c. ELA 30-1 d. Mathematics 30-1 e. Subject from Group A, B, C or D (See “Alberta Grade 12 Course Groups,” page 8)

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Admission Requirements 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: Bachelor of Science a. Biology 30 b. Chemistry 30 Environmental . c ELA 30-1 d. Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 30 e. Subject from Group A, B, C or D (See “Alberta Grade 12 Course Science or Bachelor of Groups,” page 8) OR 2. Mature Student Science Environmental You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for at least one full year before the program starts, and have a Management minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: a. Biology 30 Associate Dean b. Chemistry 30 Dr. Jane MacNeil c. ELA 30-1 E-mail: [email protected] d. Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 30 Local calls: 403.342.3400 Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 Note: In addition to the program admission requirements See page 26 for general information. applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the Two-Year University Transfer Program Academic Calendar for further information.

Red Deer College offers the first two years of study towards BSc Program Content Environmental Science or BSc Environmental Management at Royal Royal Roads University Roads University in Victoria, British Columbia. A unique feature of Suggested Pattern Year 1 this BSc Environmental science program is the intensive 12-month ENGL 219/one of ENGL 220, COMM 271 (6 credits) program that allows students with at least two years of post-secondary BIOL 217/BIOL 218 (6 credits) education to complete the degree in just one year. CHEM 211/one of CHEM 212/CHEM 351 (6 credits) For the most current university program and transfer information, see MATH 202 or 203/one additional MATH/PHYS course (6 credits) Planning Guides in Academic Advising. Two Open Options (6 credits)

Related Careers Year 2 These degrees give students the scientific skills essential to problem See an Academic Advisor solving and skills that can immediately be applied to the workplace. The program produces graduates who are capable decision makers on Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 issues of environmental concern in government or industry. Students For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to are employed in a range of environmental jobs. www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates.

Transfer Features Admission to BSc Environmental Science or BSc Environmental Management is competitive and based on the following criteria: completion of a minimum 60 credits (including 24 credits in required prerequisite courses) and an overall GPA of B (3.00). Flexible admission is available for students who may be missing certain academic prerequisites but who have significant, relevant work experience (contact an academic advisor).

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Admission Requirements 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: Bachelor of Science in a. Biology 30 b. Chemistry 30 Forestry c. ELA 30-1 . d Mathematics 30-1 Associate Dean e. Subject from Group A, B, C, or D (See “Alberta Grade 12 Dr. Jane MacNeil Course Groups,” page 8) E-mail: [email protected] OR Local calls: 403.342.3400 2. Mature Student Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for See page 26 for general information. at least one full year before the program starts, and have a minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: One-Year University Transfer Program a. Biology 30 b. Chemistry 30 For the most current university program and transfer information, c. ELA 30-1 see Planning Guides in Academic Advising. d. Mathematics 30-1

Related Careers Note: In addition to the program admission requirements applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate A growing interest in forest management, resource management, English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the and preservation of the natural ecology means an increasing Academic Calendar for further information. number of jobs in the field of Forestry. There are jobs in many federal and provincial government agencies. Typical jobs include Program Content • silviculture Please note these credits are U of A credits. • reforestation • forest tree improvement Forestry Suggested Patten Year 1 • forest management BIOL 218/BIOL 318 (6 credits) • fire control ENGL 219/One of ENGL 220 or COMM 271 (6 credits) • forest research CHEM 211 (3 credits) ECON 201 (3 credits) The Program MATH 202 or 203/STAT 251 (6 credits) 2 Free Electives (6 credits) Red Deer College offers a modified first year of study that provides credit for first year of BSc Forestry. Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 Transfer Features For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. The courses in this program can be transferred in full to BSc Forestry at University of Alberta. Note that this recommended program does not correspond exactly with the first year at the University of Alberta (some courses are from subsequent years in the program). Refer to the University of Alberta calendar for the complete listing of courses under the Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences.

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Transfer Features The courses in this program can be transferred in full to BSc Human Bachelor of Science in Ecology program at the University of Alberta. Refer to University of Alberta calendar for the complete listing of courses under the Human Ecology Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences. Associate Dean Admission Requirements Dr. Jane MacNeil 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: E-mail: [email protected] a. Chemistry 30 or Biology 30 Local calls: 403.342.3400 b. ELA 30-1 Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 c. Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 30-2 See page 26 for general information. d. Subject from Group A or C e. Subject from Group A, B, C, or D (See “Alberta Grade 12 One-Year University Transfer Program Course Groups,” page 8) OR Human Ecology is about people and their environments, including 2. Mature Student their home, clothing, family, and community. From fashion design, You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for to textile science, to credit counseling and skills education to at least one full year before the program starts, and have a community development and services, Human Ecologists have minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: the skills to enhance both their own and other’s lives. Beginning a. Chemistry 30 or Biology 30 in 2000 new programs have been designed to meet professional b. ELA 30-1 development and potential job opportunities. Students in BSc in c. Mathematics 30-1 Human Ecology will choose one major: Family Ecology or Textiles and Clothing. Note: In addition to the program admission requirements applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate Two-Year University Transfer Program English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the For the most current university program and transfer information, Academic Calendar for further information. see Planning Guides in Academic Advising. Note: If you plan to major in the science aspects of Clothing Related Careers and Textiles you should present Chemistry 30. You may present Clothing and Textiles 30 or 5 credits in advanced CTS Fashion Clothing and Textiles (including Textile Science) Studies strands for admission. • Fashion and textile design • Functional clothing design (military, sportswear) • Textile testing, textile science and quality control Program Content • Museum conservation and curatorship Please note these credits are U of A credits. • Fashion business management • Fashion media Suggested Pattern Year 1 • Interior design ECON 201/202 (6 credits) Social Science or Humanities Core (3 credits) Family Ecology STAT 251 (3 credits) • Consumer education and advocacy ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) • Financial counselling/planning 1 Free Elective (3 credits) • Family and sexuality education COMM 271 (3 credits) • Child care program planning 2 Science Requirements (6 credits) • Child welfare • Career counseling Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 • Addictions counseling For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to • Community development www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. • Community nutrition and health • Immigrant and refugee family services • Cross-cultural program planning International development • Cultural policy and program development • Health promotion and education

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OR 2. Mature Student: Bachelor of Science You must be 19 years of age or older, out of school for at least one full year before the program starts, and have a minimum average of 60% and no mark lower than 50% in the following in Mathematics or courses or their equivalents: a. ELA 30-1 Statistics or Math and b. Mathematics 30-1 c. Mathematics 31 Economics d. Physics 30 Note: At least one other 30-level science subject will be required Associate Dean for science options. Dr. Jane MacNeil E-mail: [email protected] Note: In addition to the program admission requirements Local calls: 403.342.3400 applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the See page 26 for general information. Academic Calendar for further information.

One Year University Transfer Program Program Content Please note these credits are U of A credits. For the most current university program and transfer information, see Planning Guides in Academic Advising. University of Alberta Suggested Pattern Year 1 Mathematics, Computational Science Related Careers (Mathematics) & Specialization or Honors in Statistics • business ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) • industry MATH 203/MATH 204/MATH 221 (9 credits) • government 5 Options (15 credits) • teaching • private consulting Suggested Pattern Year 1 Mathematics and Finance ECON 201/ECON 202 (6 credits) The Program ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) Red Deer College offers the first year of studies toward BSc MATH 203/MATH 204/MATH 221 (9 credits) Specialization in Actuarial Sciences, Mathematics, Computational STAT 251 (3 credits) Science, Mathematics & Economics, and Mathematics & Finance; 2 Options (6 credits) BSc Specialization or Honors in Statistics. Suggested Pattern Year 1 Mathematics and Economics Transfer Features ECON 201/ECON 202 (6 credits) The courses offered in this program can be transferred to most STAT 251 (3 credits) universities. MATH 203, MATH 204, MATH 221 (9 credits) ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) Admission Requirements 2 Options (6 credits) 1. Minimum average of 60% and no mark below 50% in: a. ELA 30-1 Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 b. Mathematics 30-1 For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to c. Mathematics 31 ww.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. d. One of Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Physics 30, Computing Science (CSE) Advanced Level - Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits) e. 30-level subject from Group A or C (science recommended) (See “Alberta Grade 12 Course Groups,” page 8)

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Transfer Features The courses in this program can be transferred in full to BSc Bachelor of Science Nutrition and Food Sciences at University of Alberta. Refer to University of Alberta calendar for the complete listing of courses in Nutrition and Food under the Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences. Admission Requirements Science 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: a. Biology 30 Associate Dean b. Chemistry 30 Dr. Jane MacNeil c. ELA 30-1 E-mail: [email protected] d. Mathematics 30-1 e. Subject from Group A, B, C, or Macroeconomics 30 and Local calls: 403.342.3400 Micro.eonomics 30, or a minimum of five credits in Career and Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 Technology subjects at the Advanced level from the following See page 26 for general information. strands: Agriculture, Community Health, Foods, Forestry or Wildlife. (See “Alberta Grade 12 Course Groups”, page 8) One Year University Transfer Program OR 2. Mature Student This program is offered in the Faculty of Agricultural, Life, and You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for Environmental Sciences at University of Alberta. at least one full year before the program starts, and have a minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: a. Biology 30 For the most current university program and transfer information, b. Chemistry 30 see Planning Guides in Academic Advising. c. ELA 30-1 d. Mathematics 30-1 Related Careers Nutrition and Food Science involves applying basic sciences Note: In addition to the program admission requirements applicants, (Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, and Microbiology) to the whose first language is not English, must demonstrate English processing, preservation, and distribution of food. Graduates will language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the Academic find work in all aspects of the food handling industry: Calendar for further information. • Dietitians • Government Program Content -- control of food processing Please note these credits are U of A credits. • Private industry -- food processing University of Alberta • International agencies Nutrition and Food Science General Major -- Canadian International Development Agency BIOL 217 (3 credits) -- United Nations KNSS 244 (3 credits) • Research ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) -- food handling, processing, and preserving CHEM 211 (3 credits) One of: MATH 202/203, CHEM 212, ECON 201, or PSYC 260 (3 The Program credits) The program at RDC is one year of study toward Bachelor of Science STAT 251 (3 credits) Nutrition and Food Sciences. COMM 271 (3 credits) Free Elective (6 credits) Students studying Nutrition and Food Science at the University of Alberta can pursue 5 different majors upon transfer. Students Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 starting at RDC will be best set up to transition into the Nutrition For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to and Food Science General program. The recommended courses www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. at RDC are reflective of this program. If you are pursuing another major in Nutrition, you may experience some added time to finish your degree from the University of Alberta when you transfer. See the Bachelor of Science – Nutrition and Food Science Academic Planning Guide for more information

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OR 2. Mature Student Bachelor of Science in You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for at least one full year before the program starts, and have a Physics or Geophysics minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: a. Chemistry 30 Associate Dean b. ELA 30-1 Dr. Jane MacNeil c. Mathematics 30-1 E-mail: [email protected] d. Physics 30 Local calls: 403.342.3400 Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 Note: In addition to the program admission requirements See page 26 for general information. applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the One-Year University Transfer Program Academic Calendar for further information.

For the most current university program and transfer information, Program Content see Planning Guides in Academic Advising. Please note these credits are U of A credits.

Related Careers University of Alberta Suggested Pattern Year 1 Physics MATH 202 (or MATH 203)/MATH 204/ MATH 221 (9 credits) • condensed matter physicists PHYS 241/PHYS 247 (6 credits) • industrial and applied physicists 3 Arts Option (9 credits) • atomic and molecular physicists 2 Science Options (6 credits) • geophysicists • particle physicists Geophysics • medical physicists CHEM 211/CHEM 212 or CHEM 351 (6 credits) • mathematical physicists PHYS 241/PHYS 247 (6 credits) • astronomers MATH 202 (or MATH 203)/MATH 204/MATH 221 (9 credits) • meteorologists • optical physicists 3 Arts Options (9 credits) Physicists are involved in the development of such products as the CANDU reactor and the computer-aided Magnetic Resonance Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 Imaging (M.R.I.) technology. Some physicists provide weather- For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to forecasting services, monitor the environment, and teach physics. www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates.

The Program Red Deer College offers the first year of studies toward honours or specialization BSc Physics or Geophysics.

Transfer Features Bachelor of Science in The courses offered in this program can be transferred to most universities. However, some of these courses do not satisfy the Physiology physics program requirements at U of C. Associate Dean Admission Requirements Dr. Jane MacNeil E-mail: [email protected] 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: Local calls: 403.342.3400 a. Chemistry 30 Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 b. ELA 30-1 See page 26 for general information. c. Mathematics 30-1 d. Physics 30 e. Subject from Group A, B, or C One Year University Transfer Program (Mathematics 31 recommended) (See “Alberta Grade 12 Course Groups,” page 8) For the most current university program and transfer information, see Planning Guides in Academic Advising.

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Related Careers • research assistant • government biological laboratories Bachelor of Science in • pharmaceutical laboratories • clinical investigation • Master’s Degrees and medical research units in hospital Psychology • similar, but more senior positions, to those above • the most suitable honors program to prepare for a career in medicine Associate Dean Dr. Jane MacNeil The Program E-mail: [email protected] Red Deer College offers the first year of studies toward Honors BSc Local calls: 403.342.3400 Physiology. Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 See page 26 for general information. Transfer Features The courses offered in this program can be transferred to most Two-Year University Transfer Program universities. For the most current university program and transfer information, Admission Requirements see Planning Guides in Academic Advising. 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: a. Biology 30 Related Careers b. Chemistry 30 • social services c. ELA 30-1 • advertising d. Mathematics 30-1 • government and civil service e. Physics 30 • research • retail sales Note: In addition to the program admission requirements • administration • law enforcement and corrections applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate • counselling English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the • industrial relations Academic Calendar for further information. • public relations • management Program Content • radio and television Please note these credits are U of A credits. • real estate • recreation University of Alberta Suggested Pattern Year 1 • journalism BIOL 217 (3 credits) • insurance CHEM 211/CHEM 212 (6 credits) • urban planning STAT 251 (3 credits) • consulting CHEM 352 (3 credits) ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) Through graduate studies in Psychology, students may become 3 Arts or Science Options (9 credits) chartered psychologists, working in clinical settings with clients who have emotional problems or mental illness. They may also Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 study to become research psychologists in one of the many areas For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to of psychology. Graduates may also go on to professional studies in www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. fields such as medicine, law, or business. Psychology graduates generally have superior skills in problem solving, critical thinking, collecting, analyzing and interpreting data, writing and communicating.

The Program Red Deer College offers the first two years of studies toward specialization and honors BSc Psychology.

Transfer Features The courses offered in this program can be transferred to most universities. The courses you select must meet the program requirements of the university chosen.

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Admission Requirements Please note these credits are U of C credits. 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: a. Biology 30 University of Calgary b. ELA 30-1 Suggested Pattern Year 1 c. Mathematics 30-1 ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) d. Chemistry 30 or Physics 30 PSYC 260/PSYC 261 (6 credits) e. Subject from Group A, B, or C BIOL 217/BIOL 218 (6 credits) (Math 31 recommended) (See “Alberta Grade 12 Course CHEM 211/CHEM 212 (6 credits) Groups,” page 8) MATH 202 (or 203) (3 credits) OR PHYS 205 or MATH 221 (3 credits) 2. Mature Student You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for Suggested Pattern Year 2 at least one full year before the program starts, and have a PSYC 312 (6 credits) minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: 4 Senior Psychology courses (12 credits) a. Biology 30 4 Breadth Requirements (12 credits) b. ELA 30-1 c. Mathematics 30-1 Please note these credits are U of L credits. d. Chemistry 30 or Physics 30 University of Lethbridge Note: In addition to the program admission requirements Suggested Pattern Year 1 applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate PSYC 260/PSYC 261 (6 credits) English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the 3 Electives (Sciences recommended) (9 credits) Academic Calendar for further information. 2 Fine Arts or Humanities Requirements (6 credits) 3 Social Science Requirements (9 credits) Program Content Please note these credits are U of A credits. Suggested Pattern Year 2 PSYC 312 (6 credits) University of Alberta (Honours or Specialization) PSYC Electives (12 credits) Suggested Pattern Year 1 (Honours) 2 Fine Arts or Humanities Requirements (6 credits) PSYC 260/261 (6 credits) 2 Electives (6 credits) BIOL 217/BIOL 218 (6 credits) ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 One of: MATH 202, 203, or 221 (3 credits) For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to One ANTH, ECON, POLI, SOCI option (3 credits) www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. 2 options (6 credits)

Suggested Pattern Year 2 (Specialization) PSYC 260/261 (6 credits) BIOL 217/BIOL 218 (6 credits) ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) Junior Math or Computing Science Requirement (6 credits) Junior Chemistry or Physics Requirement (6 credits)

Suggested Pattern Year 2 (Honours or Specialization) Please refer to the Academic Planning Guides, or, speak with the Arts & Sciences Advising & Recruiting team at [email protected] for more information.

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Bachelor of Science Students may also attend one of the many chiropractic colleges in the United States or the New Zealand College of Chiropractic. The New Zealand College of Chiropractic requirements can be Pre-Professional met at RDC after two years of study. The New Zealand College of Chiropractic does not require a third year of study at a university.

Programs Program Admission Features Admission to the Pre-Professional Program for Chiropractic at Associate Dean Red Deer College does not guarantee admission to a chiropractic Dr. Jane MacNeil college. You should fulfill the Pre-Professional Program to meet E-mail: [email protected] chiropractic college admission requirements and also design Local calls: 403.342.3400 your program so you can work towards a Bachelor’s degree. Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 Competitive admission to professional programs requires a high See page 26 for general information. grade point average. Check with universities to be aware of specific admission requirements. Pre-professional course work for Dental Hygiene and Medical Laboratory Science is available at Red Deer College. Please see the Chairperson or an Academic Advisor. Admission Requirements 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: Please note that course work for pre.professional programs varies a. Biology 30 as per university. It is a student’s responsibility to ensure they are b. Chemistry 30 taking correct pre.professional coursework when applying to a c. ELA 30-1 University other than specified in the Calendar. d. Mathematics 30-1 e. Subject from Group A, B or C* (See “Alberta Grade 12 Course For the most current university program and transfer information, Groups,” page 8) see the Planning Guides in Academic Advising. Note: *Physics 30 required for most chiropractic colleges in the International Students and Students Applying to Programs U.S.A. Outside of their Home Province You are advised to consult the calendar of the institution to which Note: In addition to the program admission requirements ap- you will be applying regarding its policy on admitting international plicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate and out-of.province students. This may vary between institutions. English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the Academic Calendar for further information.

Program Content Pre-Professional Program for Admission to chiropractic colleges requires a minimum of two or three full years of university study while some colleges require a Bachelor’s degree. You must make sure you meet admission and Chiropractic minimum course load requirements for the professional program as well as your alternate degree program. Pre-Professional Program Minimum program content includes: Related Careers • private practitioner Suggested Pattern Year 1 • research BIOL 217/BIOL 218 (6 credits) CHEM 211/CHEM 212 (6 credits) The Program ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) KNSS 200 (3 credits) With the exception of the New Zealand College of Chiropractic, a PSYC 260 (3 credits) Pre-Chiropractic program requires three years of post-secondary Social Sciences or Humanities (6 credits) study. RDC offers the first two years after which the third year is completed at a university. Year 2 See an academic advisor for details. In Canada, the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto offers the Doctor of Chiropractic program in English and the Universite du Quebec offers Doctorat en Chiropractique in French.

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Pre-Professional Program for load requirements for the professional program as well as your alternate BSc program.

Dentistry University of Alberta Please note these credits are U of A credits.

Suggested Pattern Year 1 Two Year Pre-Professional Program BIOL 217/BIOL 218 (6 credits) CHEM 211/CHEM 212 (6 credits) ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) Related Careers 3 Arts or Science options (9 credits) • private practice STAT 251 (3 credits) • various provincial and federal government agencies • the Armed Forces Royal Canadian Dental Corps Year 2 See an academic advisor for details. The Program The Pre-Dentistry program is the first two years of a Bachelor of Science program, tailored to meet the admission requirements of the Doctor of Dental Surgery program at the University of Alberta. Pre-Professional Program for

Program Admission Features This program is designed to prepare students to meet admission Medicine requirements to The Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) program in the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry at the University of Alberta. Two Year Pre-Professional Program Competitive admission to professional programs requires a high grade point average. You should check with universities to be Related Careers aware of specific admission requirements. Apart from general practice, there are over 30 specialties of study and practice. There are also many fields of research and further study. Because space is limited in the Dentistry program at University of Alberta, admission to the Pre-Professional Program for Dentistry at The Program Red Deer College does not guarantee admission to University of The Pre-Medicine program is the first two years of a Bachelor of Alberta. You should meet all of the Pre-Dentistry requirements, but Science program. also design your program so that you can complete a Bachelor of Science degree. Program Admission Features This program is designed to meet the admission requirements of Consult U of A Calendar for other admission requirements. the Doctor of Medicine programs at both University of Alberta and University of Calgary. Selecting the right courses for the first two years is vital when choosing courses for the Pre-Professional Program for Dentistry at The Pre-Professional Medicine program is a minimum two full years University of Alberta. You must see an academic advisor before of post.secondary study. You must maintain the required GPA to selecting courses. be considered for admission to Medicine. Competitive admission to professional programs requires a high grade point average. You Admission Requirements should check with universities to be aware of specific admission 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: requirements. a. Biology 30 b. Chemistry 30 c. ELA 30-1 Admission Requirements 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: . d Mathematics 30-1 a. Biology 30 e. Physics 30 b. Chemistry 30 c. English 30 or ELA 30-1 Note: In addition to the program admission requirements d. Mathematics 30 or Mathematics 30-1 applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate e. Physics 30 English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the Academic Calendar for further information. Note: In addition to the program admission requirements applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate Program Content English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the You must make sure you meet admission and minimum course Academic Calendar for further information.

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Program Content Admission Requirements You must make sure you meet admission and minimum course 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: load requirements for the professional program as well as your a. Biology 30 alternate BSc program. b. Chemistry 30 c. ELA 30-1 Suggested Pattern Year 1 d. Mathematics 30-1 BIOL 217/BIOL 218 (6 credits) e. Physics 30 CHEM 211/CHEM 212 (6 credits) ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) Program Content STAT 251 (3 credits) Suggested Pattern Year 1 or MATH 201/203 BIOL 217/BIOL 218 (6 credits) Three Arts of Science options (9 credits) CHEM 211 (3 credits) ENGL 219 (3 credits) Year 2 PSYC 260 (3 credits) See an academic advisor for details. MATH 202 (or MATH 203) (3 credits) STAT 251 (3 credits) 3 Arts or Science Options (9 credits)

Pre-Professional Program for Year 2 Optometry See an academic advisor. Pre-Professional Program Pre-Professional Program for Related Careers • clinical practice Pharmacy • private clinics • partnerships Two-Year Pre-Professional Program • public health units • education services Related Careers • public or industrial consultants • retail pharmacies • research and advanced study • hospital pharmacies • non-hospital health care services The Program • government agencies The Pre-Optometry program at RDC is the first two years of the • pharmaceutical industry including drug inspection and research, three year pre.professional program required for admission to pharmaceutical marketing and sales, and administration Doctor of Optometry at University of Waterloo in Waterloo, Ontario. Your third year of study will be completed at a university of your The Program choice. You must make sure you meet admission and minimum The Pre-Pharmacy program is the first two years of a Bachelor of course load requirements for the professional program as well as Science program tailored to meet the admission requirements your alternate degree program. to BSc Pharmacy in the Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences at University of Alberta. Program Admission Features Admission to the Pre-Optometry program at Red Deer College does Program Admission Features not guarantee admission to Doctor of Optometry at University of Admission to BSc Pharmacy requires completion of a minimum Waterloo. You should meet the admission requirements of the of one year of pre-professional course work and a high grade professional school, and also design your program so that you can point average. Admission to the pre-professional program at RDC complete a Bachelor of Science degree. Competitive admission to does not guarantee admission to the professional program. You professional programs requires a high grade point average. You should check with the university to be aware of specific admission should check with universities to be aware of specific admission requirements. requirements.

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RDC Admission Requirements Pre-Professional Program for 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: a Biology 30 b Chemistry 30 Veterinary Medicine c. ELA 30-1 d Mathematics 30-1 Two-Year Pre-Professional Program (University e Subject from Group A, B, or C of Saskatchewan) (Physics 30 recommended) (See “Alberta Grade 12 Course Groups,” page 8) Related Careers OR Graduates find work in both private practice and government 2. Mature Student: agencies. Their work involves caring for the health of farm livestock, You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for poultry, and pet animals; also areas such as public health work, at least one full year before the program starts, and have a health care of zoo animals, and the field of veterinary research. minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: a. Biology 30 . b Chemistry 30 The Program c. ELA 30-1 The Pre-Veterinary Medicine program is the first two years of a d. Mathematics 30-1 Bachelor of Science program, tailored to meet the admission (Physics 30 recommended) requirements of the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) at University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon,Saskatchewan. Note: In addition to the program admission requirements applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate Program Admission Features English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the The Western College of Veterinary Medicine requires successful Academic Calendar for further information. completion of 20 specific courses plus a high GPA to be eligible for admission. Program Content You must make sure you meet admission and minimum course Please note that University of Saskatchewan strongly encourages load requirements for the professional program as well as your prospective students to work towards obtaining a Bachelor of alternate BSc program. Science degree while preparing for admission to the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program. Most successful applicants have 3 or Suggested Pattern Year 1 4 years of university study prior to admission. BIOL 217 (3 credits) CHEM 211/CHEM 212 (6 credits) Admission to Red Deer College does not guarantee admission ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) to WCVM at University of Saskatchewan. The quota for Alberta MATH 202 (or MATH 203)/STAT 251 (6 credits) students is 20 per year. Competitive admission to professional Three Arts or Science options (9 credits) programs requires a high grade point average. You should check with universities to be aware of specific admission requirements. Suggested Pattern Year 2 BIOC 393 or BIOC 301 (3 credits) Admission Requirements CHEM 351/352 (6 credits) 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: 8 Options (24 credits) a. Biology 30 b. Chemistry 30 For transfer and course selection specifics it is strongly c. ELA 30-1 recommended that students see an Academic Advisor. d. Mathematics 30-1 . e Physics 30

Note: In addition to the program admission requirements applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the Academic Calendar for further information.

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Program Content Admission Requirements Please note these credits are U of S credits. 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: a. Biology 30 Suggested Pattern Year 1 . b Chemistry 30 BIOL 217/BIOL 218 (6 credits) . c ELA 30-1 CHEM 211/CHEM 212 (6 credits) . d Mathematics 30-1 ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits) . e Subject from Group A, B, or C (Physics 30 recommended - Two of Mathematics/Statistics courses (6 credits) required for U of S) Two Arts or Science options (6 credits) Note: In addition to the program admission requirements Suggested Pattern Year 2 applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate Refer to Academic Planning Guides English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the Academic Calendar for further information.

Pre-Professional Program for Program Content Please note these are U of C credits

Suggested Pattern Year 1 Veterinary Medicine BIOL 217/BIOL 218 (6 credits) CHEM 211/CHEM 212 (6 credits) Two-Year Pre-Professional Program (University STAT 251(3 credits) of Calgary) ENGL 219 (3 credits) Four Arts or Science options (12 credits) Related Careers Year 2 The program will prepare graduates for work in both private Please see an Academic Advisor practice (community and rural practise), and government agencies. and also such areas as public health work, health care of zoo animals and the field of veterinary research.

The Program This pre-professional Doctor of Veterinary medicine may fulfill credit towards a Bachelor of Science, or other degree program.

Program Admission Features The University of Calgary Veterinary Medicine (UCVM) program requires successful completion of 48 credits of full time post secondary course work (4 full time post secondary terms) to be eligible for admission consideration. Applicants must complete 10 required courses (30 credits) plus another 18 credits of course work. UCVM will not normally consider applicants who present required courses taken more than 10 years prior to the application date. Admission is highly competitive, meeting admission criteria does not necessarily guarantee admission to UCVM, and only residents of Alberta are eligible to appy. UCVM strongly encourages students to apply to the program as soon as they meet the minimum requirements. The requirements can be met after two years at RDC. Prospective veterinary medicine students are advised to design their 2 year program to meet admission requirements at UCVM while pursuing an alternate degree suitable to their interests and possible future employment.

78 www.rdc.ab.ca APPRENTICESHIP & TRADES Trades & Industry Training Apprenticeship Training Associate Dean Pre-Employment Dale Gust Pre-Employment programs are offered on an open enrollment basis Local calls: 403.342.3100 in different trades areas including: Toll Free: 1.888.475.1101 OR • Electrical Alberta Advanced Education & Technology Apprentice and • Welding Industry Training These programs vary in length and will be offered at varying times. Local regional office: 403.340.5151 They will provide first period Apprenticeship shop and theory Website: www.tradesecrets.gov.ab.ca training. The Programs Admission Requirements Red Deer College has 15 apprenticeship programs leading to These vary with program. To qualify for the Apprenticeship journeyman status: Provincial exam, students must successfully complete the Pre-Employment program. Automotive Service Technician - 4 years including four 8-week in-class sessions. Services and repairs automobiles and light trucks. Certification You will receive a Red Deer College Certificate of Completion upon Carpenter -4 years including four 8-week in-class sessions. Works successfully meeting the course requirements. The programs are with wood and wood substitutes in the construction of buildings recognized by Apprenticeship & Industry Training. and other structures.

Open Enrollment Programs: Cook - 3 years including three 240 hours in-class sessions. Cooks • Power Engineering prepare food in eating establishments including hotels, restaurants, • Master Electrician institutions, trains and ships. Their major responsibilities are • Occupational Health and Safety nutrition, food costs and sanitation. • Enform Safety Training • Basic Welding - Level 1 RDC now offers all 3 periods of training. The program operates on • CWB Testing a Weekly Apprenticeship Training System ( WATS) model providing • ”B” Pressure for Journeyman Welders technical training in short segments (one day a week) over an extended period of time (30 or 40 weeks), thereby enabling the For more information call 403.356.4900 or visit apprentice to remain employed full time while training. www.rdc.ab.ca/continuing-education Electrician - 4 years including three 8-week and one 12-week in- class sessions. Installs, alters, repairs and maintains electrical systems to supply heat, light, power, controls and signals or fire alarms.

Heavy Equipment Technician - 4 years including four 8-week in-class sessions. Maintenance and repairs of heavy vehicles, other heavy industrial mobile and stationary equipment.

Instrument Technician - 4 years including two 8-weeks in the 1st and 2nd year and two 10-weeks in the 3rd and 4th years. Instrument technicians install, maintain and repair the measuring and control instruments used in industrial and commercial processing. RDC is now offering all 4 years of training.

Locksmith - 4 years including four 8-week in-class sessions or distance delivery. Installs, replaces, rebuilds. rearranges, repairs or readjusts locking devices or safes; makes keys; and circumvents locking devices. Training also available through Distance Delivery.

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Millwright - 4 years, including four 8 week in-class sessions. Trade Careers - A Smart Choice Millwrights install, maintain, repair and troubleshoot stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment in factories, www.tradesecrets.gov.ab.ca production plants and recreational facilities. Red Deer College now offers all 4 periods of training. Trades careers have a lot going for the skilled men and women who work in them, more than most of them imagined when they first Parts Technician & Materials Technician - The new trade started out! resulting from the merging of the Parts Technician trade and the • Many trades offer the right kind of challenge as they are highly Warehousing occupation has two branches: Parts Technician technical, involve math and science, and are changing quickly. and Parts Technician .Materials Technician. The Parts Technician • A trade career can lead to supervision, management, the branch of the trade is a 3-year program with a technical training professions and business entrepreneurship. format of 6-8-6 weeks in its respective 1st, 2nd and 3rd period. • Most tradespeople can write a “Red Seal’ exam and earn Parts Technicians manage and dispense parts inventories, which an Interprovincial Standards Red Seal on their journeyman may include automotive, heaby duty, farm implement, industrial, certificate. The Red Seal is widely recognized by industry as a recreational vehicle, jobbers, plumbing, electrical, etc. They may standard of excellence. also be responsible for stock handling, warehousing, identifying • Pay rates vary; generally they are good. and cataloguing parts and assemblies as well as ordering, receiving, • While some trades occasionally are affected by temporary inspecting, sorting, pricing and selling, depending on business economic slowdowns, the aging workforce means an overall areas. Red Deer College now offers all three years of training. increase in future demand for skilled tradespeople. Employers need people with the right skills! Plumber - 4 years including four 8-week in-class sessions. Installs piping, fixtures, appliances, equipment and controls for water, Learning a Trade gases and sanitation purposes in residential and commercial establishments. Apprenticeship Program Rig Technician - 3 years, including three 4 week in-class sessions. Apprenticeship: The short story Rig Technicians operate oil and gas drilling rigs. There are three An apprentice is someone learning a trade while he or she is levels of training and each period of technical training consists employed. of 4 weeks of in-class sessions. Graduates of the Rig Technician apprenticeship program are certified journeypersons who will Apprenticeship is a combination of on-the-job training, work be able to take responsibility for personal safety and the safety of experience and technical training in a trade. others, supervise, coach and train apprentices and floor hands and Apprentices spend about 80% of the time learning on-the-job from perform the duties of a Motorhand (Level 1), Derrickhand (Level 2) a qualified tradesperson. The rest of the time they take technical or Driller (Level 3). They also perform assigned tasks in accordance training, usually at a college or technical institution. Depending on with quality and production standards required by Industry. the trade and the region in Alberta, there may be other methods of delivery of technical training. Sprinkler Systems Installer - 4 years including three 8-week in- class sessions Installs and maintains fixed fire extinguishing systems. An apprenticeship program lasts 1 to 4 years, depending on the trade. From day one, apprentices earn money for their time on the Steamfitter/Pipefitter - 3 years, including three 8-week in-class job. First-year apprentices earn about half of a journeyman’s wage. sessions Installs and maintains piping, equipment and controls for The pay increases as the training progresses. hot water, steam, process and chemical systems in industrial and commercial establishments. When apprentices successfully complete their apprenticeship program, they graduate to certified journeymen. The Alberta Water Well Driller -2 years including two 6-week in-class sessions Journeyman Certificate proves to themselves and to any future Drills, installs and services water wells, and installs and services employer that they meet Alberta’s high industry standards. water well pumping systems.

There are 50 approximately apprenticeable trades in Alberta (See Welder -3 years including three 8-week in-class sessions. Joins Trades & Occupations) metal by fusion using oxyacetylene flame, electric arc or other welding processes. Who can enter an apprenticeship program? Age doesn’t matter. You can enter apprenticeship during high school or any time after. Most first-time apprentices are in their late teens or early 20s.

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To be an apprentice you need to: Step Three: Apply • Complete grade 12 (some trades do not require Grade 12, but Once you have an employer, download and print an Apprenticeship many employers prefer to hire high school graduates), or Training Application/ Contract or contact any of the offices for an • Write and pass an entrance exam, or application. You and your employer complete the application/ • Take part in the Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) while contract, and you return it to one of Apprenticeship and Industry you’re still in high school, earning an income and credit toward Training offices. Then they will help you with Step Four. your apprenticeship and your high school diploma. Step Four: The Apprenticeship Contract In many cases, students who have taken certain Career and The application/contract is an agreement between you and your Technology Studies (CTS) program modules may receive credits employer. It outlines the responsibilities of each participant during toward an apprenticeship. The same applies for those who have your apprenticeship program. taken certain kinds of post-secondary training. These credits can shorten the time it takes to complete an apprenticeship and You are responsible for completing both your technical and on-the- become a certified journeyman. job training.

Aboriginal people interested in becoming an apprentice to learn Your employer is responsible for paying you a certain percentage a trade may find useful information in the Step Into the Trades of the journeyman wage rate, increasing your pay as you progress brochure and on the ThinkTrades website. through training, training you on the job, and for allowing you to attend technical training. ‘OK, I’m interested. What’s next?’ Step One: Choose a trade Technical training can involve 4 to 12 weeks of classroom sessions Check the list of apprenticeable trades and narrow your choices annually. In some trades alternate delivery methods are available (see Trades & Occupations). Get as much information as you can including distance learning, weekly apprenticeship training (attend about your choices from school counsellors, the Internet, your local classes one day a week), and Competency-Based Apprenticeship library, or your nearest Apprenticeship and Industry Training Office. Training (CBAT ).

Next, talk to people working in the trades that interest you. Speak Year-by-year: Do it! to their employers – maybe they’ll let you ‘job-shadow’ to see what To move from one year (or period) of apprenticeship to the next, the day-to-day work is like. Ask lots of questions! and to receive your wage increases, each year you must: • Have the required number of months of on-the-job training. Step Two: Find an employer • Have the required number of hours of on-the-job training. Thousands of employers hire and train apprentices, however, there’s • Successfully complete technical training. no getting around the fact that finding an employer to train you • Pass the industry exams. is the hardest part of the process. You must be employed to be an • Ensure your Record Book is updated by your employer. apprentice. • Send your Record Book to the nearest Apprenticeship and Industry Training Office for a Certificate of Progress stamp.

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How much does apprenticeship training cost? There is a tuition fee for technical training. Like all other adult learners, apprentices pay a portion of the cost of their training. The apprentice must pay the tuition fee to the educational institution before commencement of the class.

Tuition fees are presently under review and subject to change.

Class Length Tuition Shop Material Activity & Student Faculty, Service Total Fee Wellness Fee Association & Technology 4 weeks $392.00 $67.00 $22.00 $23.00 $40.00 $544.00 6 weeks $588.00 $67.00 $22.00 $34.50 $60.00 $771.50 7 weeks $686.00 $67.00 $22.00 $40.25 $70.00 $885.25 8 weeks $784.00 $67.00 $22.00 $46.00 $88.00 $999.00

10 weeks $980.00 $67.00 $22.00 $57.50 $100.00 $1,226.50 12 weeks $1,176.00 $67.00 $22.00 $69.00 $120.00 $1,454.00

The above fees do not include textbooks or modules. How do apprentices register for technical training? In Spring of each year, employers and apprentices receive from Additional costs include student association, locker, parking Apprenticeship and Industry Training information about where and and other facility fees, textbooks and other classroom materials. when training is available, and instructions on how to apply at each Apprentices who must travel to receive technical training are institute or college. responsible for travel, accommodation and meals. The apprentice, after consulting with their employer, applies directly to the institute or college before the training starts. Financial assistance is available to apprentices in a variety of forms: • Class registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Early • Several scholarships are available for apprentices. Sources application is recommended because training space may be include Red Deer College, the Federal Government, and the limited. Provincial Government. • The apprentice may need to pay either the full tuition fee or a • Most apprentices are eligible for employment insurance (EI) deposit at the time of application. while attending technical training. • Based on need, financial assistance may be available to The institute or college will verify the apprentices eligibility and apprentices while attending training through Alberta Works - provide written confirmation of registration to both the apprentice Apprenticeship Grant. and the employer.

More information and applications are available at the Student For more information about Alberta’s Apprenticeship Program Funding & Awards Office - Room 1101, by telephoning 403.342.3254 or by e-mailing [email protected]. www.tradesecrets.gov.ab.ca

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Red Deer College offers diplomas and/or certificates, or both, in Career Development Certificate Programs many different career areas: • Alberta Senior Communities and Housing Association Certificate Certificates -- Site Managers • Administrative Professional -- Activity Coordinators • Automotive Service • Digital Photography Certificate • Career & Academic Preparation • Human Resource Management Certificate • Early Learning & Child Care • Leadership Development Certificate • Educational Assistant • Management Skills for Supervisors Certificate • Health Care Aide • Non-Profit Management Certificate • Medical Laboratory Assistant • Pre-Employment Trades • Open Studies • Professional Bookkeeping • Pharmacy Technician • Transportation Safety Director • Transitional/Vocational Program • Unit Clerk Program Two programs that can lead you to an education equivalent to Alberta High School, and prepare you to go on to other programs Diplomas at the College: • Business Administration • Career and Academic Preparation • Early Learning & Child Care • Open Studies • Electrical Engineering Technology • Kinesiology and Sport Studies Employment readiness and job skills training are available: • Legal Assistant Diploma • Transitional/Vocational • Mechanical Engineering Technology • Motion Picture Arts Programs in trades lead to journeyman status: • Music • Apprenticeship Training • Occupational Therapist & Physiotherapist Assistant • Practical Nurse The College offers support courses for Sky Wings Aviation Academy: • Social Work • Aviation • Theatre and Entertainment Production • Theatre Performance and Creation Continuing Education offers a wide range of credit-free courses, • Visual Art seminars, workshops, and other programs.

Alternate Delivery • Administrative Professional • Early Learning & Childcare • Educational Assistant • Locksmith Apprenticeship • Management Certificate • Parts Technician Apprenticeship (Year 2)

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Transfer Features The Administrative Professional Certificate transfers to all Office Administrative Administration Diploma Programs in colleges in Alberta. Professional Completion of the Administrative Professional Certificate grants 10 credits for: a 4 credit accounting course, BADM 204: Interpersonal Donald School of Business - Downtown Skills (3 credits) and BADM 210: Business Technology 1 (3 credits) Associate Dean towards the Management Certificate. Trevor Thomas E-mail: [email protected] Two Administrative Professional Certificate courses are equivalent Local calls: 403.342.3400 to courses offered from the Canadian Institute of Bookkeeping Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 as part of their Certified Bookkeeper credential. See additional information regarding this program at www.cibcb.com. The Administrative Professional Certificate Program may be taken on a full- or part-time basis. Admission Requirements 1. Academic Requirements One Year Certificate 50% in ELA 30-1 or 65% in ELA 30-2 A minimum score at the 50th percentile on the An administrative assistant is the cornerstone of the modern office. English component of the College Board Placement Test and a This person is adept at utilizing current computer software and score of 2-3 on a writing sample. technology and has learned how to be a life-long learner! The Administrative Professional Certificate Program provides Note: In addition to the program admission requirements students with the software training to be competitive in applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate a continuously changing field. In addition to well-defined English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the keyboarding skills, you will gain basic bookkeeping knowledge, Academic Calendar for further information. oral and written communication knowledge, training in office procedures and you will have the opportunity to grow personally Note: While not an admission requirement for the program, some and professionally through a personal leadership course. A practicum agencies and field placements may require Police practicum placement in an office setting provides you with Information Check of students working in their organizations. an opportunity to combine your newly developed skills and Information about obtaining Police Information Checks will be knowledge with on-the-job-training. You will be qualified for entry- provided to students after they have been admitted to the program. level office positions. Program Content Related Careers Year 1 Fall Term There is an on-going local and national demand for well-trained APRO 100 Information Processing I APRO 110 Document Processing I office personnel, especially in the growing business community APRO 126 Basic Accounting of Central Alberta. Employers have expressed a strong interest in APRO 130 Office Systems I hiring one-year college graduates. Graduates will find work in both COMM 150 Fundamentals of College and small and large centres. Workplace Writing

The Program Year 1 Winter Term Graduates of the Administrative Professional Certificate program APRO 101 Spreadsheet Fundamentals will: APRO 102 Computer Essentials APRO 111 Document Processing II 1. Compose and accurately produce and proofread business APRO 131 Office Systems II documents using appropriate software and equipment within APRO 135 Introduction to Industry Sectors specified timelines. APRO 160 Personal Leadership 2. Identify and practice current professional busines procedures and standards. Year 1 Spring Term 3. Integrate computer, computation, and communication skills to APRO 170 Practicum accomplish officetasks. 4. Demonstrate professional interpersonal skills, human relations skills. Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to 5. Demonstrate critical thinking in making decisions and www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. completing tasks and projects.

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Recognition of Prior Learning/ Experience Admission Requirements Students may receive Recognition of Prior Learning in courses 1. 50% in Math 10C or 50% in Math 20-2 or Math 20-3 and where the learning of skills, knowledge or competencies has 50% in English 10 or 50% in English 23 been acquired through work, formal and informal education or OR training, or self study. To qualify for the program credential students 2. College Board Placement Test must complete at least 25% of the credit requirements through -- a minimum score above the 43rd percentile on the English enrollment in the program. Application forms for Recognition of component of the College Board Placement Test (written on Prior Learning are available through the Office of the Registrar. campus) Students with keyboarding speed of 35 nwam should apply for -- a minimum score above the 53rd percentile on the Math Prior Learning Assessment in APRO 110. component of the College Board Placement Test (written on campus) Graduation Requirements You must pass all courses and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA Note: In addition to the program admission requirements of 2.00. applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the Academic Calendar for further information.

Program Content Fall Term Automotive Service EMP 101 Employment & Communications I AUTO 101 Tools and Safety E-mail: [email protected] AUTO 102 Brakes Local calls: 403.342.3400 AUTO 103 Electrical I Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 AUTO 104 Welding AUTO 105 Powertrains and Drivelines Note: This program is suspended for the current academic AUTO 106 Basic Transmissions year. AUTO 180 Practicum I

One Year Certificate Winter Term EMP 102 Employment & Communications II The Program AUTO 107 Steering and Suspension This Certificate provides students with the knowledge, skills and AUTO 108 Wheel Alignment experience to enter automotive service occupations. Students will AUTO 109 Engine Fundamentals learn basic skills in repairing, maintaining and overhauling a motor AUTO 110 Electrical II vehicle. Students will also learn skills for success in the workplace AUTO 181 Practicum II (communication skills, computer literary, customer service, team work and conflict management). The program covers the complete Graduation Requirements content of the First Period of Automotive Service Apprenticeship You must pass all courses and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA technical training. Graduates will be eligible to challenge the First of 2.0. Period Automotive Services Technician apprenticeship exam. Once employed, graduates of the Certificate may continue their education by enrolling in Automotive Service Technician apprenticeship. When indentured as an apprentice, the time at Red Deer College may be used as a credit towards apprenticeship. Other graduates will find employment in jobs in automotive service, parts, small engine repair, sales, RV repair, and repair of agricultural machinery.

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• Athabasca University - Bachelor of Commerce (Post Diploma): Students with approved two-year college diplomas in business Business or a closely related field will receive a block transfer award of 60 credits towards the first two years of the Bachelor of Commerce Administration (Post Diploma) General Degree. • University of Lethbridge - Business Administration Diploma Donald School of Business - Downtown graduates may complete the Post-Diploma Bachelor of Associate Dean Management Degree which is offered in Calgary, Edmonton and Trevor Thomas Lethbridge. A 3.0 GPA is required for admission. E-mail: [email protected] • Okanagan College - Business Administration Diploma graduates Local calls: 403.342.3400 will receive 2 years of credit toward the 4 Year Bachelor of Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 Business Administration Degree. • NAIT, SAIT, Grant MacEwan University, Mount Royal University The department offers both a Business Administration Diploma and - Business Administration graduates may receive up to two Management Certificate program. years of credit towards the Bachelor of Applied Business Administration Degree. Two-Year Diploma Admission Requirements Business Administration Diploma The Program 1. High School Diploma Minimum average of 60% with no This two-year program provides a broad background in accounting, mark below 50% in: finance, human resource management, information technology, a. ELA 30-1 marketing, economics, statistics, management, law, and policy. b. Math 30-1 Five majors are offered: Accounting, Financial Services, General OR Management, Human Resources, and Marketing. Minimum average of 65% with no mark below 50% in: a. ELA 30-2 The Business Administration Diploma may be completed in two b. Math 30-2 years if a student proceeds through their program of study by OR Minimum average of 62.5% with no mark below 50% in one of completing five (5) courses per semester, as set out under “Program the following combinations: Content” below. Alternatively, students may choose to take fewer a. ELA 30-1 and Math 30-2 (from one to four-courses per semester) in order to accommodate OR other obligations, such as work, family or a slower academic pace. . b ELA 30-2 and Math 30-1 2. Mature Student - You must be 19 years of age or older, out Related Careers of high school at least one full year before the program The Business Administration program prepares you for a wide range starts and have a minimum average of 60% with no mark of careers in different business and public sector organizations. below 50% in: Students select the Accounting, General or Marketing Major, as a. ELA 30-1 they enter Year 2. Often, the specialized skills acquired in a major b. Math 30-1 will facilitate a graduate’s successful entry into the work force in a OR position that relates directly to their Major. Minimum average of 65% with no mark below 50% in: a. ELA 30-2 b. Math 30-2 Transfer Features OR Red Deer College has agreements with the following groups Minimum average of 62.5% with no mark below 50% in one of regarding course credits toward these programs: the following combinations: • Purchasing Management Association of Canada. a. ELA 30-1 and Math 30-2 • Mount Royal University - Graduates of RDC’s Business Administration OR diploma with a major in Accounting, Financial Services, General b. ELA 30-2 and Math 30-1 Management, Human Resources or Marketing can transfer into 3. Successful completion of RDC’s Management Certificate the Bachelor of Business Administration with a major in General Students not meeting these standards can consider Management. Years three and four of the BBA degree are completed applying for admission to the Management Certificate at RDC with a minimum of 20 courses and 60 credits. Program. • Athabasca University - Bachelor of Management (Post Diploma): Graduates of RDC Business Administration Diploma Program Note: In addition to the program admission requirements receive up to 60 credits towards the degree program. Students applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate may complete the program in one year of full-time study or may English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the progress at their own pace on a part-time basis. Academic Calendar for further information.

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Communications Course Placement Testing **Students pursuing an accounting designation are encouraged to Students will be required to take a College placement test before take ACCT 205 and ACCT 206 as their options and BUS 307 as their registering in a 200-level written communications course. (Students open option in order to maximize the number of credits toward an with 60% or greater in English 30 or ELA 30-1 will be exempted from accounting designation. this test). Students who do not achieve a satisfactory mark in this test will be required to complete COMM 150 before they can register in Marketing Major - Year 2 the required 200-level course. Students should take the placement ACCT 104 Managerial Accounting test early in the event preparatory work (COMM 150) is required. BADM 111 Introduction to Statistics BADM 241 Marketing Communications Computing Skills BADM 242 Marketing Research Students entering the program should have a working knowledge BADM 260 Introduction to Corporate Finance of file management and word processing It is recommended that BADM 270 Business Integration students without this prerequisite knowledge complete CMPT 071 BADM 281 Human Resource Management and CMPT 083, or a course that includes these modules prior to BUS 311 Legal Foundations of the Canadian taking BADM 210. Economy Business option Choose from Business Options Program Content (as listed below)** Open Option *** All BADM Students - Year 1 ACCT 102 Introductory Accounting I* Financial Services Major – Year 2 ACCT 103 Introductory Accounting II* ACCT 104 Managerial Accounting BADM 110 Introduction to Management BADM 111 Introduction to Statistics BADM 132 Introduction to Marketing BADM 260 Introduction to Corporate Finance BADM 210 Business Technology I BADM 270 Business Integration BUS 303 Introduction to Organizational BADM 281 Human Resource Management Behaviour BADM 285 Introduction to Tax Planning COMM 250 Business and Workplace Writing FINS 250 Mutual Funds ECON 100 Introduction to Business FINS 251 Managing Personal Credit Microeconomics FINS 287 Advanced Financial Planning ECON 101 Introduction to Business BUS 311 Legal Foundations of the Canadian Macroeconomics Economy FINS 150 Personal Finance General Management Diploma - Year 2 *Students have the option of replacing ACCT 102 and ACCT 103 ACCT 104 Managerial Accounting with ACCT 202, a 5-hour course that covers similar material at an BADM 111 Introduction to Statistics accelerated pace. Taking ACCT 202 allows students to have extra BADM 260 Introduction to Corporate Finance Open Option which will increase flexibility and be beneficial in BADM 270 Business Integration acquiring all required prerequisites for an accounting, financial BADM 281 Human Resource Management services, or other professional program. BUS 311 Legal Foundations of the Canadian Economy Accounting Major - Year 2 Three Business Options Choose from Business Options ACCT 104 Managerial Accounting OR as listed below) ACCT 204 (Strongly Recommended) Open Option *** ACCT 209 Intermediate Financial Accounting I ACCT 210 Intermediate Financial Accounting II Human Resources Major - Year 2 BADM 111 Introduction to Statistics ACCT 104 Managerial Accounting BADM 260 Introduction to Corporate Finance BADM 111 Introduction to Statistics (or BUS 310 – strongly recommended) BADM 260 Introduction to Corporate Finance BADM 270 Business Integration BADM 270 Business Integration BADM 281 Human Resource Management BADM 281 Human Resource Management BUS 311 Legal Foundations of the Canadian BUS 311 Legal Foundations Economy of the Canadian Economy Business option Choose from Business Options BADM 280 Industrial Relations (as listed below)** BADM 254 Organizational Learning Open Option *** and Development BADM 256 Compensation and Benefits BADM 258 Recruitment and Selection www.rdc.ab.ca 87 CERTIFICATE & DIPLOMA PROGRAMS

Business Options: Accreditation ACCT 205 Cost Accounting FINS 250 (Mutual Funds) and FINS 286 (Insurance in Canada) are ACCT 209 Intermediate Financial Accounting I offered in conjunction with the Investment Fund Institute of ACCT 210 Intermediate Financial Accounting II Canada (IFIC). FINS 250 is the required course for those seeking to BADM 285 Introduction to Tax Planning sell mutual funds in Canada, At the completion of this course all BADM 204 Interpersonal Skills students will write the qualifying exam and if they attain a grade BADM 211 Management Information Systems of 60% or greater will be qualified to seek registration as a Mutual BADM 232 Business Technology II Funds Salesperson in Canada. FINS 250 (Mutual Funds) and FINS BADM 233 Programming for the Web 286 (Insurance in Canada) will require students to pay examination BADM 234 Web Design registration fees (includes an electronic copy of the textbook). BADM 235 Applied Database Development These fees are subject to change without notice from IFIC. BADM 238 Electronic Commerce BADM 240 Personal Selling FINS 250, FINS 287, FINS 286, BADM 260, BADM 262, and BADM BADM 241 Marketing Communications 285 are granted equivalences by Canadian Institute of Financial BADM 242 Marketing Research Planning (CIFP) towards a certified financial planner diploma and BADM 243 Marketing Surveys designation. BADM 247 Retail Management BADM 249 Events Management The Canadian Institute of Financial Planning (CIFP) recognizes FINS BADM 251 Entrepreneurship 287 as credit towards the Institute’s Registered Retirement Planning BADM 253 Project Management Certificate (RRC). This course requires additional course materials BADM 254 Organizational Learning and an examination fee which is paid directly to the CIFP. The final and Development exam in FINS 287 shall be the final qualifying exam towards the BADM 256 Compensation and Benefits Registered Retirement Consultant (RRC) certification and upon BADM 258 Recruitment and Selection successful completion of this exam; students will earn the RRC BADM 261 Financial Management certification. BADM 262 Investments BADM 280 Industrial Relations Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 BADM 290 Work Practicum For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to BADM 320 Selected Topics in Management www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. BADM 321 Selected Topics in Management BUS 305 Organization Theory and Design Program Readmission BUS 307 Intro to Business Statistics II See page 11. FINS 180 Financial Products & Services FINS 250 Mutual Funds FINS 251 Managing Personal Credit Graduation Requirements FINS 286 Insurance in Canada You must pass all courses and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA FINS 320 Selected Topics in Financial Services of 2.00. FINS 321 Selected Topics in Financial Services

*** The open option may be a 3-credit College Level Business or a Non-Business course approved by the department.

Note: Notes 1-7 refer to equivalent courses that may be taken in lieu of various specified courses. Students may receive credit for only one of each equivalency. Students considering university transfer or an accounting designation should consult with an Advisor or their Associate Dean regarding these courses.

1. ACCT 202 is equivalent to ACCT 102 plus ACCT 103 2. ACCT 204 is equivalent to ACCT 104 3. ECON 201 is equivalent to ECON 100 4. ECON 202 is equivalent to ECON 101 5. BUS 306 is equivalent to BADM 111 6. BUS 310 is equivalent to BADM 260 and is acceptable as a prerequisite for BADM 270. 7. BADM 170, BADM 107, BUS 358, CMPT 261 and CMPT 170 are not accepted for credit towards the Business Administration Diploma

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Program Content The Career and Academic Preparation program offers high school Career & Academic equivalency in all academic disciplines. These courses are accepted in place of Alberta Education courses for admission and prerequisite Preparation purposes at Red Deer College. The following describes the course numbering system: 40/50 Levels -Pre-high school refresher courses Associate Dean (English, Mathematics) 75 Levels -Grade 10/11 in high school 85 Levels Dr. Jane MacNeil -Grade 11 in high school 90/95/96 Levels -Grade 12 in high school E-mail: [email protected] Local calls: 403.342.3400 Expenses Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 You will have to buy your own textbooks. Textbooks range from $80.00 to $150.00 per course. In addition, a graphing calculator The Career and Academic Preparation (CAP) program gives adult is required for your Math 85 and Math 96 courses. It will cost students an opportunity to approximately $160.00. • Upgrade academic skills • Acquire a High School Equivalency Diploma that is accepted by Graduation Requirements other colleges and universities in Alberta and by most employers. Since most post-secondary programs have special requirements • Upgrade to meet entrance requirements for vocational, career, and for the admission of mature students, it is strongly recommended university programs. that students contact an Academic Advisor or Department Chair in • Develop teamwork skills, work with others, practice problem- specific program areas to determine how best to meet these entry solving, and develop effective study skills. requirements. • Prepare for entry to the workplace or a chosen career. • Create a portfolio of identifiable skills. Few programs require mature students to possess a complete high school diploma. For those students who wish to receive a high Program Delivery school equivalency diploma, the Career and Academic Preparation You can learn in a traditional, classroom setting with an instructor. program will grant a High School Equivalency Diploma if the Courses by Independent Study student has not received one previously. Students must apply to Some courses in our program may be taken as 1-credit modules the Registrar to receive this diploma. Red Deer College High School (Computing). Equivalency Diploma Requirements: You must have 5 courses in order to qualify. Admission Procedures (2 of the 5 courses must be completed at Red Deer College) 1. Placement Assessments. The RDC Testing Centre will arrange These must include: testing to help place you in the appropriate level of courses. 1. ENGL 090 or ENGL 095 Assessments are not required for current CAP students or 2. Mathematics 075 or higher students who have been out of school or college for less than 3. Biology 075 or Chemistry 075 or Physics 075 or higher one year. 4. Social Studies 090 or Social Studies 2. Placement interview. You will meet with a n Academic Advisor 5. One other course of at least 2 credits course that is not a to review the assessment results and your career goals. The prerequisite to any of the required courses listed above courses (eg advisor will help you create a Learning Plan and register you Accounting, Computing). into appropriate courses based on the assessment, your prior learning, and your career goals. Note: Students going on to any degree program or to a technical institute are responsible for checking on the Admission Requirements Note: Transcripts will be required if you have attended high school or of their future program. Consult with an Academic Advisor. another post.secondary institution. Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 Note: In addition to the program admission requirements applicants, For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to whose first language is not English, must demonstrate English www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the Academic Calendar for further information.

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The Program Red Deer College offers a one-year certificate and a two-year diploma Early Learning program in Early Learning & Child Care. Each course you take focuses on a different topic important to those who work with young children & Child Care - everything from child development, to guiding behavior, to planning snacks and bulletin boards, to planning and participating in play School of Education Associate Dean experiences, to interacting with children who have special needs. E-mail: [email protected] Local calls: 403.342.3400 The ELCC department operates in partnership with college and Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 community programs serving children from birth to twelve years of age. Students work in practicum placements in these programs as a One-Year Certificate method of integrating theory and practice. There are two practicum Two-Year Diploma courses in each of the ELCC programs. By the end of the Diploma Program, students assume many of the responsibilities related to preschool care and education in their practicums. The importance of the early years in a child’s development is well established. There is a critical need for a variety of programs for children Delivery Options and families and for trained staff to ensure children’s developmental The Certificate in Early Learning and Child Care may be taken several needs are being met. The Early Learning & Child Care Program trains different ways. Students may attend part-time or full-time on the professionals to work with children from birth to eight years, with RDC campus or enroll in one of our Outreach Delivery courses. This some related preparation for working with children from eight to allows students to take ELCC courses while staying in their community twelve years of age. Throughout the program, there is an emphasis on for most or all of the experience. There are two Outreach Delivery developing caring relationships with children and families. methods for the Certificate: online or through distance learning. Students taking online courses complete their courses and practicums A one-year certificate and/or a two-year diploma can help prepare in their community. Distance Learning courses are based in Red Deer students for a rewarding career. This program is designed to provide and combine the strengths of hands-on classroom activities with students with the opportunity to gain knowledge and develop computer-facilitated support. Students in Distance Learning attend competencies in such areas as child development, interpersonal on-site classes in Red Deer two Saturdays per course. The entire cycle relations, curriculum content, family studies, exceptional children, and of ELCC Distance Certificate courses may be completed part-time over program management. a two year period. The online Certificate can be completed in one year. This multi-delivery approach is highly effective in meeting the diverse Focus is placed on the integration of theory and practice. This is needs of adult students. A student wanting full-time studies could accomplished by an extended practicum in a variety of early learning enroll in on-campus, online, or a combination of delivery methods. and care program environments. The Diploma in Early Learning and Child Care can be taken part-time Related Careers through either online study or on-campus courses. It can also be taken Graduates of the Certificate program in Early Learning & Child Care may full-time through on-campus study or by enrolling in a blend of on- find employment in a variety of positions: campus and online courses. Students taking online courses complete • Early childhood caregivers in child care programs. their courses and practicums in their community. The blended online/ • Instructional assistants in kindergarten programs and primary on campus program is offered through a combination of online grades. independent study materials, on-site learning (RDC campus), and • Teachers in a nursery school. computer-facilitated support. The entire cycle of online ELCC Diploma • Caregivers in school-age careprograms. courses may be completed part-time over a two-year period or less • Family day home providers. through online, distance, or blended distance delivery. This multi- delivery approach is highly effective in meeting the diverse needs of As well as the above, other opportunities for employment for Diploma adult students. Those wishing to complete the Diploma in one year graduates include: (three consecutive terms) should enroll in the full-time on-campus or • Day care directors and administrators. blended coursework program. • Family support workers/visitors. • Child care program coordinators (in a women’s shelter, for instance) ELCC Diploma graduates may transfer to related fields in some • Family support workers. university programs. Students wishing to transfer to these universities • Instructional assistants to children with special needs in preschool or should seek information on additional admission requirements from school programs. the institution.

Students can enter the program in September, January or May and can register as part-time or full-time students.

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Admission Requirements 150 or COMM 250 based on the test score achieved. If the CBPT is Certificate Program failed the student is not eligible to register in COMM 150 or COMM 1. High School Diploma with a minimum mark of 50% in ELA 250 which is a requirement for the ELCC certificate program. 30-1 OR a minimum mark of 65% in ELA 30-2 OR Program Content 2. Mature Student Year 1 - Certificate Program You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school at least COMM 150 Fundamentals of College and one full year before the program starts, and have a minimum Workplace Writing or mark of 50% in ELA 30-1 OR a minimum mark of 65% ELA 30-2 COMM 250 Business and Workplace Writing OR a minimum score at the 50th percentile on the English ELCC 201 Foundations of Early Childhood component of the College Board Placement Test (written on Development campus) ELCC 206 Child Development & Exceptionalities ELCC 210 Practicum I Note: In addition to the program admission requirements ELCC 211 Child Development applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate ELCC 212 Program Planning I English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the ELCC 213 Interpersonal Relations I Academic Calendar for further information. ELCC 215 Program Planning II ELCC 217 Guiding Behavior Note: Government requires people who work directly with young ELCC 218 Program Planning III children to have a current immunization record and a Police ELCC 220 Practicum II Information Check. While not an admission requirement for the program, some practicum agencies and field placements may Note: Students are encouraged to take COMM 250 if they qualify. require Police Information Checks of students working in their organizations. Information about obtaining Police Information Year 2 - Diploma Program Checks will be provided to students after they have been admitted *ELCC 305 School Age Care to the program. Some programs may require medical examinations, *ELCC 308 Family Support as well. *ELCC 309 Aboriginal Children & Families ELCC 310 Practicum III Note: Students with Study Permits that are admitted to a program ELCC 313 Interpersonal Relations II that has a practicum or clinical placement in childcare, primary/ ELCC 314 Children in Society secondary school teaching or health service field occupations must ELCC 315 Program Administration complete their Medical Authorization as required by Citizenship ELCC 317 Program Planning V and Immigration Canada one month prior to the start of classes. ELCC 320 Practicum IV ELCC 321 Family Studies Part Time and Outreach Students ELCC 323 Program Planning IV 1. You may meet the requirements above ELCC 325 Children With Special Needs OR 2. Mature Students may be admitted as conditional *One of ELCC 305, ELCC 308, ELCC 309 or one other option students to two ELCC courses in the certificate program. approved by the Chair. Upon the successful completion of these courses, and the recommendation of the Associate Dean, they may be admitted Special Fees and Expenses to the Early Learning & Child Care Program. Practicum courses are usually in the Red Deer area, but you should expect some extra costs for travel, clothes, etc. Diploma Program 1. Early Learning & Child Care Certificate with a minimum Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 G.P.A. of 1.7, or consent of the Chair For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to 2. Transferring students from another post-secondary institution www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. will be required to present an equivalent academic program. Graduation Requirements Communications Course Placement Testing A certificate will not be granted if a diploma has been awarded. ELCC Students are required to have at least 60% in ELA 30-1 to You must pass all first year courses to receive a certificate and pass register in COMM 250. If they do not meet this requirement they all second year courses to receive a diploma. will be registered in COMM 150. If a student does not have ELA 30-1 or an equivalent course they will be required to take the College Board Placement Test (CBPT) to determine placement in COMM

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OR Conditional admission is available for those who do not meet the Educational Assistant academic requirements. Clear admission will be granted by the Associate Dean after successful completion of three Educational School of Education Associate Dean Assistant courses in the program, with a minimum GPA of 2.0. E-mail: [email protected] Local calls: 403.342.3400 Note: In addition to the program admission requirements Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the One-Year Certificate Academic Calendar for further information.

Related Careers Note: Applicants are advised that they will be required to provide a Both full- and part-time jobs are available, with salaries varying Police Information Check to most agencies where they will be placed widely across the province. See the school board in the area you for practicum experiences. The existence of a Police Information plan to seek work for contract details. There is an increased demand Check may prevent practicum placement, program completion, and for assistants to work with students with special needs. therefore affect future employment prospects. It is recommended Jobs include the following: that applicants, with a criminal record, check with employers to • Classroom assistants at all levels from early childhood to adult determine if they would be eligible for practicum placements or education. future employment. It is each agency’s or institution’s decision to • Assistants to students with special needs including private accept or reject a student for placement or observation experience agencies. based on the results of the Police Information Check. • Library assistants. • Playground and lunch room supervisors. Note: Students with Study Permits that are admitted to a program that has a practicum or clinical placement in childcare, primary/ The Program secondary school teaching or health service field occupations must Graduates assist teachers and students in both instructional and complete their Medical Authorization as required by Citizenship non-instructional tasks. This program will train you in a wide range and Immigration Canada one month prior to the start of classes. of interpersonal and practical skills needed for such work. Program Content Note: The coursework in the Educational Assistant program is Length of program: 10 months (September to June) offered two ways: through classes on-campus and through on-line COMM 150 Fundamentals of College and course. Students may complete the program entirely on-campus, WorkplaceWriting entirely on-line, or through a blend of on-campus and on-line CMPT 261 Introduction to Computing OR courses. The program may be completed through full-time or part- CMPT 170 Microcomputer Applications time study in either on-campus or on-line courses. To complete EDAS 111 Role of the Assistant in one year (10 months) students must start full-time study in EDAS 114 Field Experience September (fall term). These students will be registered in a pre-set EDAS 116 Human Relations schedule of EDAS courses. Students may also start the program EDAS 151 History and Trends in Exceptionalities in January (winter term) but on a part-time basis only; frequently EDAS 152 Overview of Exceptionalities requiring 1.5 years to complete the Certificate. Students in on-line EDAS 153 Fostering Positive Behaviour courses require regular access to a computer with Internet service; EDAS 160 Assisting the Language Learning please contact the Distance Facilitator at 403-342-3354 for details. Teacher EDAS 161 Assisting the Math Teacher Admission Requirements EDAS 181 Field Practice A minimum mark of 50% in ELA 30-1 Option: 45 hours OR A minimum mark of 65% in ELA 30-2 or equivalent. Note: If they qualify, students are encouraged to replace COMM OR 150 with a 200 level COMM or ENGL 219. Students with 50% or A minimum score at the 50th percentile on the English component greater in ELA 30-1 may take ENGL 219. Students with 60% or of the College Board Placement Test. greater in ELA 30-1 may take COMM 250. COMM 150 does not have OR a prerequisite.. Students with an academic status status of academic Previous completion of at least three College-level courses with a warning or probation will not be placed in practicum EDAS 114 minimum G.P.A. of 2.00. (Field Experience practicum or EDAS 181 (Field Practice practicum) until they have cleared this status. See the Associate Dean of the School of Education.

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Options: Students require one of EDAS 156, EDAS 157, EDAS 158, All Engineering Technologists learn fundamental skills in or EDAS 159, or three of EDAS 163, EDAS 164, EDAS 165, EDAS mathematics, sciences, computer programming, technical writing, 166, EDAS 167 and EDAS 168. Students who qualify for Advanced and project management. EET students at Red Deer College Placement or Transfer Credit may be able to receive credit for one pursue advanced studies in power distribution, maintenance and Option. Additional credit may be received for course equivalencies. troubleshooting, PLC programming, Electric Machines, Industrial Data Networks and Data Acquisition Systems. Based on National Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 Technology Benchmarks for Electrical Engineering Technology, For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to this program, coupled with industry experience, will lead to www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. the Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) and Professional Technologist (PTech) designations. Special Fees and Expenses All EDAS eCampus courses: $30.00 Graduates will develop knowledge and skills that enable them to: • Employ relevant industry health and safety standards, codes, Advanced Standing and Challenge policies and procedures in accordance with current legislation, regulations and organizational policy. Examinations • Develop designs and specifications for electrical distribution and Students with previous courses taken at accredited post-secondary utilization systems. institutions are advised to submit an application for Prior Learning • Design, select, deploy and maintain power electronics Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) to have their transcripts equipment and systems. assessed for possible Transfer Credit. Students who previously • Analyze and solve complex technical problems by applying took RDC courses in a different program may apply for possible principles of advanced mathematics and science. Advanced Placement. You are advised to submit your PLAR • Design, specify, deploy and maintain rotating electrical machines application as soon as possible after applying to the program. and transformers. Advanced credit is not given for EDAS 181 (Field Practice) • Design, specify, test, deploy and maintain industrial data Courses not open to challenge: EDAS 181 (Field Practice). communications networks, equipment, media, and software. • Employ computer hardware and software to create, test, Graduation Requirements evaluate, and simulate electrical and mechanical systems. You must pass eleven compulsory courses and 45 hours of optional • Apply the principles and practices of project management. credits, and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00. • Research, analyze, prepare, author, and communicate in written, verbal, nonverbal, and presentation formats, technical documentation appropriate for a variety of audiences. • Identify, develop, and demonstrate strategies for maintaining continuing competency and practice standards associated with global industry trends and practices. Electrical Engineering • Design, specify, deploy and maintain industrial control and Technology automation systems. Related Careers Associate Dean A diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology provides the skill set Dale Gust for an exciting career and is excellent preparation for further study in E-mail: [email protected] business, law or medicine. Engineering Technology graduates may go Local calls: 403.342.3400 on to earn Engineering degrees that prepare them for a higher level Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 of responsibility on the job. Alternatively, many Electrical Technologists apprentice to become Journeyperson Electricians or Instrument Two Year Diploma Technicians. An EET graduate may find employment as a/an: • Power Electrician The Program • Testing and Commissioning Technologist Technology is everywhere - from the cars we drive to the cell • Instrument Technician phones in our hands to the heat in our homes. Electrical Engineering • Project Manager Technologists are professionals who apply the principles of electricity • Alternate energy systems designer and installer to develop, implement, and maintain systems that deliver power, • Technical salesperson transmit information, or control electro.mechanical devices. The • Power Technology Consultant Electrical Engineering Technology (EET ) program at Red Deer College • Quality assurance Technician is a unique blend of the “traditional” discipline of power generation • Safety Officer and distribution with the more contemporary specialization of • Technical Writer instrumentation and Automatic control. www.rdc.ab.ca 93 CERTIFICATE & DIPLOMA PROGRAMS

Admission Requirements 1. A minimum average of 65% with no mark below 50% in: a. ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2 or equivalent Health Related b. Mathematics 30-1 or equivalent c. Physics 20 or equivalent Programs d. Two of Chemistry 30, Mathematics 31, Physics 30, Science 30 or of Computer Science Advanced-Level CTS (5 credits) or equivalent.

Note: In addition to the program admission requirements applicants, Health Care Aide Program whose first language is not English, must demonstrate English Note: This program is suspended for the current academic language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the Academic year. Calendar for further information. This program prepares the graduate to work in the full role of the Other Requirements Health Care Aide, in acute care facilities, continuing care facilities as well as in clients’ homes. Note: Applicants are required to have a laptop computer; please check specifications with the program prior to making a purchase. Please check with the Office of the Registrar for the dates of the next offering. Program Content Year 1 GET 101 Introduction to Instrumentation Related Careers GET 103 Technology Physics Health Care Aides may work in continuing care, in clients’ homes or in hospital. GET 106 Engineering CAD GET 108 Project Management GET 111 Engineering Mathematics The Program GET 112 Advanced Engineering Mathematics The HCA program consists of a variety of learning approaches GET 114 Computer Programming including clinical practice supervised by a program instructor GET 116 Engineering Communication in a continuing care facility. Following the supervised clinical EET 107 Semiconductor Electronics practice students are required to complete a preceptored clinical EET 113 Power Electronics experience. Graduates complete the approved Alberta Health & EET 115 DC Machines Wellness Health Care Aide 2010 curriculum and are certified as EET 117 Emerging Technologies Health Care Aides in Alberta. EET 123 Circuit Analysis Admission Requirements Year 2 1. Successful completion of ELA 10-1 or ELA 10-2 or an equivalent GET 202 Engineering Statistics (or equivalency testing) GET 204 Professional Practice OR EET 200 AC Machines G.E.D. EET 203 Control Systems 2. Immunization to be completed prior to program start. EET 205 Programmable Controllers EET 207 Electromechanical Systems Call RDC Test Centre for details on testing requirements. EET 210 Power Systems EET 214 Microcontroller Interfacing Note: In addition to the program admission requirements EET 228 Electrical System Design applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate EET 230 SCADA and MHI English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the EET 233 Electrical Failure Analysis Academic Calendar for further information. EET 235 Industrial Networks EET 260 Capstone Project

Graduation Requirements Students must pass all courses and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00.

Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates.

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Note: While not an admission requirement for the program, applicants are advised that they will be required to provide a Health Care Aide Program - High Police Information Check (also known as a Criminal Record Check) School Career and Technology and Vulnerable Sector Check to most agencies where they will be placed for practicum experiences. The existence of police Studies Route information or a criminal record may prevent practicum placement, The Health Care Aide - High School CTS Route is designed for high program completion, professional licensure and therefore school students who wish to take the CTS health studies stream affect future employment prospects. It is the decision of each to complete the requirements for the Health Care Aide program. agency or institution to accept or reject a student for placement RDC partners with high schools to offer the content from the HCA or observation experience based on the results of the police provincial curriculum that is not already part of the CTS health information check. stream. Students begin the program by registering for the CTS health studies courses then register at RDC to take the additional Program Content courses to receive an RDC, HCA credential. The program will prepare graduates to work in institutional and community settings. HCA 141 Working Safely and Effectively as a HCA HCA 142 Communication in a Health Care Program Content Environment Block recognition for the following CTS Health Studies Courses: HCA 143 Structure & Function of the Human HSS 1010 Health & Wellness Foundations Body-Health & Chronic Illness HSS 1020 Nutrition & Wellness HCA 144 Providing Client Care & Comfort HCS 1050 Musculoskeletal System I HCA 145 Meeting Complex Care Needs HCS 1060 Digestive System HCA 146 Assisting with Medication Delivery HCS 1070 Respiratory System HCA 147 Special Activities for Diverse Clients HCS 1080 Cardiovascular System HCA 122 HCA Supervised Clinical Practice HCS 1100 Infection & Immunity I HCA 123 HCA Preceptored Clinical Practice HCS 1110 Infection & Immunity 2 HCS 2020 First Air/CPR with AED Graduation Requirements HCS 2050 Nervous System & Senses HCS 2060 Endocrine System Students must successfully complete all required courses, including CCS 2010 Health Care 1 practicum and preceptorship and receive a minimum cumulative CCS 3030 Aging and Frailty GPA of 2.0. CCS 3010 Health Care 2 CCS 3020 Health Care 3 HCA 122 Health Care Aide Supervised Clinical Practice HCA 123 Health Care Aide Preceptored Clinical Practice HCA 124 HCA Theory - CTS Route

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Admission Requirements An Undergraduate degree from an accredited institution in any International Business discipline OR Donald School of Business - Downtown a two year diploma or equivalent training from an accredited Associate Dean institution in any discipline with the equivalent of two years’ full- Trevor Thomas time work experience. Applicants with an equivalent combination email: [email protected] of education and experience may be admitted upon approval by Local calls: 403.342.3400 the Associate Dean. Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630

Note: In addition to the program admission requirements, Note: This program is suspended for the current academic applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate year. English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the Academic Calendar for further information. One Year Graduate Certificate Program Content Related Careers MGMT 410 Global Business Environment The Graduate Certificate in International Business builds on MGMT 470 Corporate Social Responsibility previous post-secondary education to give students the skills INTB 410 Managing Cultural Difference they need to enter an exciting career working with people and INTB 415 International Marketing Management organizations globally. INTB 420 Financing International Trade INTB 425 International Trade Logistics The Program INTB 430 Legal Aspects of International Trade The Graduate Certificate in International Business is offered within INTB 435 International Trade Research the Red Deer College Donald School of Business and in partnership INTB 440 International Trade Management with the Forum for International Trade Training (FITT). There are two INTB 445 International Market Entry Strategies routes available: Graduate Certificate in International Business or Graduate Certificate in International Business, Practicum Enhanced. Program Content (Practicum Enhanced) Features of this program include: MGMT 410 Global Business Environment • .Guest speakers who are active in international business; MGMT 470 Corporate Social Responsibility • .Opportunities to network with industry representatives; INTB 410 Managing Cultural Difference • Opportunities to hone business writing and presentation skills; INTB 415 International Marketing Management • Practical advice with regard to obtaining international INTB 420 Financing International Trade employment; INTB 425 International Trade Logistics • Opportunity to earn a Forum for International Trade Training INTB 430 Legal Aspects of International Trade (FITT) Certificate and Diploma in addition to the RDC Certificate; INTB 435 International Trade Research • After one year of international trade experience, graduates also INTB 440 International Trade Management qualify to apply for the Certified International Trade Professional INTB 445 International Market Entry Strategies (CITP) designation. and INTB 450 International Practicum Upon completion of this program, students will be able to: • .Evaluate the benefits and challenges of the international Program Cost Estimates – 2016/2017 – not business environment for Canada; available • .Develop strategies to manage the financial and legal risks of international business; Note: Practicum Expenses – Students choosing the Practicum • .Collaborate effectively with others in a variety of situations; Enhanced route are responsible for arranging and paying for travel, • .Design effective strategies for communication in multi-cultural accommodation and meals related to practicum. settings; • .Develop a foreign market entry strategy for a specific product or service; Graduation Requirements • .Create a customized international business plan to support the You must pass all 10 courses and achieve a minimum cumulative global initiative of a real company. GPA of 2.0. OR You must pass all 10 courses with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, with no grade below C in any of the courses, and receive a grade of CR on the practicum.

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Note: In addition to the program admission requirements applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate Kinesiology and Sport English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the Studies Academic Calendar for further information. Note: After completing your diploma and if you are applying to Associate Dean transfer to the Faculty of Kinesiology at the University of Calgary, Sharon Hamilton you must present ELA 30-1, Biology 30, Mathematics 30-1 and E-mail: [email protected] Chemistry 30 for admission. For the U of C .Exercise and Health Local calls: 403.342.3400 Physiology Major .Mathematics 30-1 (minimum grade of 70%) is Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 required. Math 31 is recommended. For the U of C .Biomechanics Major - Mathematics 30-1 ((minimum grade of 70%) and Math 31 Two-Year Diploma Program are required; Physics 30 is recommended. Note: If you are applying to the University of Alberta Bachelor of Kinesiology is the study of the science of movement. The Red Science Kinesiology (BScKin), admission to this program requires Deer College Kinesiology and Sport Studies program offers 2-year the following high school subject requirements - English Language diploma specializations in the following areas: Arts 30-1, Chemistry 30, Mathematics 30-1, Physics 30, and one of • Kinesiology and Sport Studies General Biology 30 or Physical Education 30 (5 credit) or approved 35 level • Kinesiology and Sport Studies Adapted Physical Education equivalent (5 credit), including Exercise Science 35, Sports Medicine • Kinesiology and Sport Studies Coaching & Sport Performance 35, or Sport Performance 35. • Kinesiology and Sport Studies Fitness and Health Promotion • Kinesiology and Sport Studies Sport Management Note: Students with Study Permits that are admitted to a program that has a practicum or clinical placement in childcare, primary/ The diploma programs allow you to acquire knowledge and secondary school teaching or health service field occupations must experience in either Adapted Physical Education, Coaching and Sport complete their Medical Authorization as required by Citizenship Performance, Fitness and Health Promotion, Sport Management or and Immigration Canada one month prior to the start of classes. take the General Diploma pattern of courses. After completing the 2-year Diploma Program, you may transfer to a university to complete a 4-year Bachelor’s Degree program (see Kinesiology and Sport Program Content Studies - University Transfer Programs, page 50). Diploma - Kinesiology and Sport Studies - General This program is designed for students who wish to (1) complete The Program the General Diploma or (2) continue on to complete a four year The objective of the diploma program is to educate and prepare Bachelor’s Degree. The General Diploma is the University of Alberta qualified leaders in the field of Kinesiology and Sport Studies who and University of Calgary Transfer Programs pattern of courses. are prepared for employment in related fields and agencies in the private and public sectors. General Diploma (transfer to Bachelor of Kinesiology Degree at the University of Alberta) Admission Requirements Year 1 KNSS 200 Structural Anatomy 1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: KNSS 201 Biomechanics a. ELA 30-1 KNSS 204 Sociocultural Foundations of P.E. b. Subject from Group A* and/or C (for this program only, Leisure & Sport Math 30-2 may also be used as one of these subjects) KNSS 214 Introduction to Personal c. Subject from Group A* or C Physical Fitness d. Subject from Group C (Biology 30 recommended) KNSS 240 Adapted Physical Education . e Subject from Group B, C, or D KNSS 270 Leadership & Instruction in Physical (see “Alberta Grade 12 Course Groups”, page 8) Activity * Only one language other than English will be accepted OR KDNC 200 The Spectrum of Dance in Society 2. Mature Student ENGL 219/ENGL 220 Essay Composition and Critical You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for Reading/Literary Analysis at least one full year before the program starts, and have a One Physical Activity Course - KPAC/KDNC minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: a. ELA 30-1 . b Subject from Group C (Biology 30 recommended)

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Year 2 Two of: PSIO 258 Elementary Physiology I One Approved Option PSIO 259 Elementary Physiology II KNSS 203 Skill Acquisition & Performance KNSS 202 Physiology of Exercise KNSS 220 Introduction to Athletic Therapy KNSS 203 Skill Acquisition & Performance KNSS 250 Intro to the Admin of Sport, Physical KNSS 205 History of Sport Activity, & Recreation Programs KNSS 250 Intro to the Admin of Sport, Physical KNSS 253 Psychological Sport Performance Activity, & Recreation Programs KNSS 260 Introduction to Coaching Theory One Physical Activity Course -KPAC/KDNC KNSS 299 Directed Studies in Kinesiology and Two of: Sport Studies KNSS 209 Measurement and Evaluation INTD 240 Integrated Arts Approach to KNSS 244 Introduction to Nutrition Studies Movement KNSS 253 Psychological Sport Performance Note: Students should plan to take KNSS 200, PSIO 258, PSIO KNSS 307 Growth and Development 259 and BIOL 217 at RDC before transferring to U of C. Approved PSYC 260 Basic Psychological Processes Options should be selected after consultation with an Academic One of: Advisor and considering the major you will choose upon KNSS 220 Introduction to Athletic Therapy transferring. General Major Approved Options are ENGL 219 and/or KNSS 260 Introduction to Coaching Theory PSYC 260. KNSS 280 Introduction to Outdoor Education* KNSS 299 Directed Studies in Kinesiology and Students interested in pursuing the Leadership in Pedagogy and Sport Studies Coaching Major at the U of C should discuss, with an Academic INTD 240 Integrated Arts Approach to Advisor, requirements for admission to this program at U of C prior Movement to commencement of their RDC Kinesiology program. *Participation in KNSS 280 requires that all students complete and return a participant information package in early August. If you Diploma - Kinesiology and Sport Studies - do not receive an information package by the end of July, please Adapted Physical Education contact the Kinesiology Department at 403.342.3201. KNSS 280 The Adapted Physical Education Program is designed for students includes a one week camp during the fourth week of August. who wish to (1) complete a diploma with a focus in adapted physical education (2) pursue the university transferable program of studies in General Diploma (transfer to Bachelor of Kinesiology Degree the area of Kinesiology and Sport Studies or the University of Calgary at the University of Calgary). Bachelor of Community Rehabilitation Program. Year 1 KNSS 200 Structural Anatomy The 2-year Adapted Physical Education program is designed so KNSS 201 Biomechanics that the students will acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes in KNSS 204 Sociocultural Foundations of P.E. preparation for a career in the area of adapted physical education Leisure & Sport program development and delivery. KNSS 210 Fitness and Wellness Theory & Practice KNSS 240 Adapted Physical Education Course Selection KNSS 270 Leadership & Instruction in Physical Year 1 Activity KNSS 200 Structural Anatomy KDNC 200 The Spectrum of Dance in Society KNSS 201 Biomechanics Two Approved Options KNSS 204 Sociolcultural Foundations of PE Two Physical Activity Courses - KPAC/ KDNC or KNSS 280* Leisure and Sport KNSS 214 Introduction to Personal Physical Year 2 Fitness PSIO 258 Elementary Physiology I KNSS 240 Adapted Physical Education PSIO 259 Elementary Physiology II KNSS 270 Leadership and Instruction in Physical KNSS 205 History of Sport Activity KNSS 209 Measurement and Evaluation KDNC 200 The Spectrum of Dance in Society KNSS 244 Introduction to Nutrition KNSS 307 Human Growth & Development KNSS 307 Growth and Development One Physical Activity Course - KPAC/KDNC BIOL 217 Introduction to Cell Biology Approved Option (ENGL 219 or PSYCH 260 recommended) Two Physical Activity Courses - KPAC/ KDNC or KNSS 280*

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Year 2 Year 2 PSIO 258 Elementary Physiology I PSIO 258 Elementary Physiology I PSIO 259 Elementary Physiology II PSIO 259 Elementary Physiology II KNSS 250 Intro to the Admin of Sport, Physical KNSS 202 Physiology of Exercise (U of A transfer Activity, & Recreation Programs only) KNSS 299 Directed Studies in Kinesiology and KNSS 250 Intro to the Admin of Sport, Physical Sport Studies INTD 240 Integrated Arts Approach to Adapted Activity, & Recreation Programs Physical Education KNSS 253 Psychological Sport Performance KNSS 306 Values and Ethics in Adapted Physical KNSS 260 Intro to Coaching Theory Education KNSS 299 Directed Studies in Kinesiology & KNSS 285 Physical Activity & Aging Sport Studies KNSS 340 Pedagogies in Adapted Human One of: Movement KNSS 203 Skill Acquisition & Performance Two Approved Options: (Recommended: BIOL 217 (U of C Transfer); KNSS 220 Introduction to Athletic Therapy KNSS 202, KNSS 205, KNSS 209, KNSS 260, KNSS 244, KNSS 253, One One of: KPAC/KDNC, PSYCH 260, ENGL 219, ENGL 220) BIOL 217 Intro to Cell Biology (required for U of C transfer students) The diploma program requires the completion of the above listed KNSS 205 History of Sport courses or acceptable replacement courses. KNSS 209 Measurement and Evaluation KNSS 244 Introduction to Nutrition Acceptance into the Adapted Physical Education Diploma Program (recommended for U of C transfer is limited by quota based on a minimum GPA of 2.0, Directed students) Study placement availability, an interview, and completion of the KNSS 307 Growth and Development following additional requirements: Standard First Aid, CPR-HCP & AED One of: certification (or equivalent). Proof of completion of the additional KPAC 290 Metabolic Conditioning requirements must be provided prior to the start of year 2. KPAC 321 Applied Resistance Training An Advanced KPAC Students normally apply to this diploma program starting December 1 of their first year of studies in the Kinesiology and The diploma program requires the completion of the above listed Sport Studies Program. courses or acceptable replacement courses. The Coaching Diploma also requires the completion of First Aid and CPR. Diploma - Kinesiology and Sport Studies - Coaching & Sport Performance Acceptance into the Coaching Diploma Program is limited by This Diploma Program is designed for students who wish to (1) quota based on a minimum GPA of 2.0, Directed Study placement complete a diploma with a focus on Coaching & Sport Performance availability and an interview. or (2) pursue the university transferable program of studies in the area of Kinesiology and Sport Studies. Students normally apply to this diploma program starting December 1 of their first year of studies in the Kinesiology and The 2-year Coaching & Sport Performance program is designed so Sport Studies Program. that the students will acquire the necessary knowledge, skills and attitudes required to coach select individual or team sports. Diploma - Kinesiology and Sport Studies - Fitness and Health Promotion Course Selection This Diploma Program is designed for students who wish to (1) Year 1 complete a diploma with a focus on Fitness and Health Promotion KNSS 200 Structural Anatomy or (2) pursue the university transferable program of studies in the KNSS 201 Biomechanics area of Kinesiology and Sport Studies. KNSS 204 Sociocultural Foundations of PE Leisure & Sport The 2-year Fitness and Health Promotion Program is designed so KNSS 214 Introduction to Personal that the students will acquire the necessary knowledge, skills and Physical Fitness attitudes required to plan and instruct fitness classes, perform a KNSS 240 Adapted Physical Education KNSS 270 Leadership & Instruction in Physical variety of fitness testing protocols, counsel individuals and groups Activity regarding fitness programs and establish and operate fitness KDNC 200 The Spectrum of Dance in Society programs in industry, clubs and communities. Approved Option Approved Option One Physical Activity Course - KPAC/KDNC www.rdc.ab.ca 99 CERTIFICATE & DIPLOMA PROGRAMS

Course Selection These certifications are available through the Kevin Sirois Fitness Year 1 and Resource Centre at Red Deer College at a cost of approximately KNSS 200 Structural Anatomy $60-$150 per certification. Acceptance into the Fitness and Health KNSS 201 Biomechanics Promotion Diploma Program is limited by quota based on a KNSS 204 Sociocultural Foundations minimum GPA of 2.0, Directed Study placement availability and an of PE Leisure & Sport interview. KNSS 214 Introduction to Personal Physical Fitness Students normally apply to this diploma program starting KNSS 240 Adapted Physical Education December 1 of their first year of studies in the Kinesiology and KNSS 270 Leadership & Instruction in Physical Sport Studies Program. Activity KDNC 200 The Spectrum of Dance in Society Diploma - Kinesiology and Sport Studies - Sport Approved Option Management Approved Option This program is designed for students who wish to (1) complete KPAC 290 Metabolic Conditioning a diploma with a focus on sport management or (2) pursue the university transferable program of studies in the area of Kinesiology Year 2 and Sport Studies. PSIO 258 Elementary Physiology I PSIO 259 Elementary Physiology II The 2-year diploma program in Sport Management is designed KNSS 202 Physiology of Exercise to provide knowledge and practical skills so that the graduate of (U of A transfer only) this program can work in a variety of sport management settings. KNSS 209 Measurement & Evaluation Employment positions may include: planning and directing KNSS 244 Introduction to Nutrition programs and activities in clubs, leagues, and summer camps; civic KNSS 250 Intro to the Admin of Sport, Physical or provincial sport governing organizations or a variety of other Activity, & Recreation Programs sport, recreation and fitness agencies. KNSS 299 Directed Study KPAC 321 Applied Risistance Training Students will acquire administration and leadership skills necessary Two of: for the planning, designing, marketing and implementing of sports KNSS 203 Skill Acquisition and Performance programs, as well as instruction and analytical skills necessary for KNSS 205 History of Sport teaching and coaching. KNSS 220 Athletic Therapy OR KNSS 280* Outdoor Education Course Selection KNSS 253 Psychological Sport Performance Year 1 KNSS 307 Growth and Development KNSS 200 Structural Anatomy BIOL 217 Intro to Cell Biology KNSS 201 Biomechanics (required for U of C transfer students) KNSS 204 Sociocultural Foundations of PE PSYC 260 Basic Psychological Processes Leisure & Sport One Physical Activity Course - KPAC/ KDNC KNSS 214 Introduction to Personal BUS 201 Introduction to Business Physical Fitness BADM 132 Introduction to Marketing KNSS 240 Adapted Physical Education KNSS 270 Leadership & Instruction in Physical The diploma program requires the completion of the above Activity listed courses or acceptable replacement courses. The Fitness and KDNC 200 The Spectrum of Dance in Society Health Promotion Diploma Program also requires the following Approved Option certifications: Approved Option One Physical Activity Course - KPAC/KDNC AFLCA -Alberta Fitness Leadership Certification Association certification in one of the four specialities: Older Population, Year 2 Aerobic, Aquatic, Resistance Training (AFLCA Certification PSIO 258 Elementary Physiology I includes CPR) OR the NCCP Level I Weightlifting - Instructional PSIO 259 Elementary Physiology II Stream AFLCA group exercise OR the NCCP Level I Weightlifting - KNSS 250 Intro to the Admin of Sports, Physical Instructional Stream Athletic First Aid (Standard First Aid accepted) Activity, & Recreation Programs and CPR Level B or C. CSEP-CPT (Certified Personal Trainer) - KNSS 299 Directed Studies in Kinesiology & Students are able to write the CSEP-CPT national certification Sport Studies examination upon completion of their Fitness & Health Promotion Diploma coursework.

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One of: KNSS 205 History of Sport KNSS 253 Psychological Sport Performance Legal Assistant Four of: Donald School of Business - Downtown ACCT 202 Introductory Financial Accounting Associate Dean BUS 201 Introduction to Business Trevor Thomas BADM 132 Introduction to Marketing E-mail: [email protected] (no U of C transfer) Local calls: 403.342.3400 BUS 303 Introduction to Organizational Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 Behavior (if not taken in year 1) BUS 311 Legal Foundations of the Canadian Economy Two-Year Diploma ECON 201 Introduction to Microeconomics One of: Related Careers KNSS 202 Physiology of Exercise Legal assistants often find work in law offices, governments, financial (U of A transfer only) institutions, and in the oil and gas sector. They work under a lawyer’s KNSS 203 Skill Acquisition and Performance supervision, completing routine legal and administrative processes. KNSS 205 History of Sport KNSS 209 Measurement and Evaluation Specific examples of Legal Assistant duties include real estate KNSS 220 Introduction to Athletic Therapy transactions; preparing common forms of wills, estates, and probate KNSS 244 Introduction to Nutrition and collection work, as well as litigation and corporate work. KNSS 253 Psychological Sport Performances Students are eligible to become members of the Alberta Association KNSS 260 Introduction to Coaching of Professional Paralegals. KNSS 280* Introduction to Outdoor Education BIOL 217 Intro to Cell Biology The Program (required for U of C transfer) This two-year program prepares students to work within the INTD 240 Integrated Arts Approach to legal profession as a highly skilled administrative professional Movement providing support to lawyers within law firms, legal departments One Physical Activity Course - KPAC/ KDNC of corporations and government agencies. Students will develop *Participation in KNSS 280 requires that all students complete and knowledge and skills in legal terminology and procedures, return a participant information package in early August. If you technology, and communication through the following outcomes: do not receive an information package by the end of July, please • Complete processes and documents related to default judgments contact the Kinesiology Department at 403.342.3201. KNSS 280 and contested actions, collections and chambers applications. includes a one week camp during the fourth week of August. • Complete processes, searches, documents, and letters related to a variety of real estate purchases and sales. The diploma program requires the completion of the above listed • Create wils and power of attorney, personal directives and courses or acceptable replacement courses. applications for trusteeship and guardianship. • Complete applications for probate and administration. Acceptance into the Sport Management Diploma program is • Complete processes and documents for application for divorce, limited by quota based on a minimum GPA of 2.0, Directed Study custody, access, support and matrimonial property pursuant to placement availability and an interview. Students normally apply the various family statutes. to this diploma program starting December 1 of their first year of • Register a variety of types of businesses, and prepare and maintain studies in the Kinesiology and Sport Studies Program. a corporate minute book. • Demonstrate a basic understanding of the Canadian legal system. Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 • Demonstrate a basic understanding of criminal law. For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to • Identify components of contracts and assemble selected www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. contracts. • Create messages, letters and documents with appropriate style Graduation Requirements and format, using correct grammar and spelling. Proofread and You must complete all courses with a minimum cumulative grade edit own work and the work of others. point average of 2.0 with no grade less than D in any course to • Complete math calculations common to a law office. receive the Kinesiology and Sport Studies Diploma. • Demonstrate technical competence related to information technology commonly used in legal environments. • Use interpersonal communication skills to promote positive client relations, resolve conflict and promote a positive team working environment. www.rdc.ab.ca 101 CERTIFICATE & DIPLOMA PROGRAMS

• Demonstrate initiative, attitude and positive presentation of self, Year 2 appropriate to the legal environments. LEGL 200 Professional and Interpersonal Skills • Behave in an ethical manner based on the Code of Professional LEGL 205 Estate Planning Conduct of the Law Society of Alberta. LEGL 210 Litigation III • Demonstrate job search skills. LEGL 215 Litigation IV • Locate, evaluate, select, organize and summarize information LEGL 220 Intermediate Information Processing using appropriate resources. for the Legal Assistant • Identify common problems encountered in the role of legal LEGL 225 Estate Administration assistant and demonstrate problem solving strategies. LEGL 230 Real Estate II • Demonstrate time management and organizational skills. LEGL 233 Commercial Law LEGL 235 Real Estate III Admission Requirements LEGL 240 Family Law A minimum of 50% in ELA 30-1 or 65% in ELA 30-2, or equivalent, LEGL 245 Technology Integration for the Legal OR Assistant a minimum score of 80 on the Reading component, 86 on the LEGL 250 Practicum Sentence component and 5 on the written essay component of the LEGL 250 Practicum is usually completed during May and June College Board Placement Test following the second year.

Note: In addition to the program admission requirements Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. Academic Calendar for further information. Graduation Requirements Note: Applicants are advised that they are exempt from the You must pass all courses and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA Communication Course Placement Testing as COMM 150 and of 2.00. COMM 250 are program requirements.

Note: It is to your advantage to have basic keyboarding and grammar before beginning the Program.

Note: Applicants are advised that they may be required to provide Management Certificate a Police Information Check to some agencies where they will be placed for practicum experiences. The existence of a criminal Donald School of Business - Downtown record may affect practicum placement and program completion Associate Dean therefore impact future employment prospects. It is each agency’s Trevor Thomas or institution’s decision to accept or reject a student for placement E-mail: [email protected] or observation experience based on the results of the Police Local calls: 403.342.3400 Information Check Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630

Program Content This program is designed for students who work full-time and Year 1 study part-time. The Certificate permits part-time students to COMM 150 Business and Workplace Writing earn a college credential. Students can also be admitted to the COMM 250 Business and Workplace Writing Management Certificate on a full-time basis. You must complete LEGL 100 Beginning Keyboarding eight business courses as outlined below to be awarded the LEGL 105 Introduction to the Canadian Legal certificate. To meet graduation requirements, students must System complete all courses with a minimum grade of “D” and a minimum LEGL110 Litigation I grade point average (GPA) of 2.00 (62%). LEGL 115 Litigation II LEGL 120 Corporate Law Related Careers LEGL 125 Contracts The Management Certificate provides basic business skills leading LEGL 130 Real Estate I to management positions within an organization. The certificate LEGL 135 Business Keyboarding also provides opportunities to further advance your studies at RDC LEGL 140 Introductory Information Processing in the field of business. for the Legal Assistant LEGL 145 Criminal Law

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Business Administration Diploma after the It is recommended that students take either one of BUS 201 - Management Certificate Introduction to Business or BADM 110 - Introduction to Management Students wanting to advance their studies in business as one of their four (4) business options. It is recommended that administration are able to apply the Management Certificate students choosing ACCT 102 - Introductory Accounting I also take, courses to the two-year Business Administration Diploma. as an option course, ACCT 103 - Introductory Accounting II. Students However, course selection should be given careful consideration as entering the Management Certificate program with requisite part of the overall planning for the Management Certificate. computer skills and who are planning on applying to the Business Administration Diploma are highly recommended to take CMPT Students who have completed the Management Certificate program 071 and CMPT 083, or a course that includes these modules as a and successfully fulfill the graduation requirement for the Business prerequisite to BADM 207. Administration Diploma Diploma will be granted the Business Administration Diploma Diploma only. Notes: Notes 1-7 refer to equivalent courses that may be taken in lieu of various specified courses. Students may receive credit for Admission Requirements only one of each equivalency. There are no formal admission requirements. The English and 1. ACCT 202 is equivalent to ACCT 102 plus ACCT 103 Mathematics requirements for the Business Administration Diploma 2. ACCT 204 is equivalent to ACCT 104 programs are highly recommended, but not required. 3. ECON 201 is equivalent to ECON 100 4. ECON 202 is equivalent to ECON 101 Communications Course Placement Testing 5. BUS 306 is equivalent to BADM 111 Where possible, it is recommended that students meet the English 6. BUS 310 is equivalent to BADM 260 and is acceptable as a and Mathematics requirements of the diploma program. Students prerequisite for BADM 270 will be required to take a College placement test before registering 7. BADM 170, BADM 107, BUS 358, CMPT 261 and CMPT 170 are not in a written communications course. (Students with 60% or greater accepted for credit towards the Business Administration. in English 30 or ELA 30-1 will be exempt from this test.) Students who do not achieve a satisfactory mark in this test will be required Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 to complete COMM 150 prior to registering in the required diploma For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to course COMM 250. Students should take the placement test early www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. in the event that COMM 150 is required. COMM 150 is not accepted for credit as an option in the Management Certificate, the Business Administration Diploma. Graduation Requirements Students must complete all courses with a minimum grade of “D” Computing Skills and a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.00 (62%). Students entering the program should have a working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software. Students without the prerequisite knowledge can take CMPT 261, or CMPT 170 for credit toward their Management Certificate. BADM 107 is not accepted for credit in the Management Certificate. It is recommended that students with requisite computing skills take BADM 207.

Program Content - Eight Courses 1 Accounting Course (except ACCT 075) ACCT 102 Recommended 1 Computing Course (3 or 4 credits) (BADM 207 or BADM 210 Recommended) BUS 303 - Intro to Org Behaviour 1 Economics Course ECON 101 Recommended 4 Business Options

Courses are to be selected from those listed under “Program Content” for the Business Administration Diploma. Red Deer College Continuing Education course work may be used for up to two course equivalents. Generally, forty five hours of approved Continuing Education courses will be considered equivalent to one three credit Business Option course. For students planning to ladder into the Business Administration Diploma, Continuing Education courses will not be accepted for credit. Exceptions to the above are to be approved by the Department. www.rdc.ab.ca 103 CERTIFICATE & DIPLOMA PROGRAMS

• Design, specify, and analyze mechanical components and equipment by applying the fundamentals of mechanical engineering. Mechanical • Design, specify, deploy, and maintain mechanical systems; and apply principles of facilities management.

Engineering Related Careers Mechanical Engineering Technologists find long-term, rewarding Technology careers in many areas including: • Manufacturing and Fabrication Industries: Oilfield Equipment Associate Dean (valves, pressure vessels, hydraulics), Agricultural Machinery, Dale Gust Outdoor Recreational Products (boats, snowmobiles, quads, and E-mail: [email protected] accessories), Wood Products and Production Equipment (lumber, Local calls: 403.342.3400 pulp and paper mills) Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 • Process Industry: Piping Design, Mechanical Equipment Design, Materials Specification and Testing Two Year Diploma • Engineering Consultants: Design, Fabrication, Production, Quality Control The Program • Government Agencies: Research, Development, Standards, Regulation The Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET) diploma program • Technical Sales is designed to prepare students for high-demand careers in the • CAD Operator rapidly growing manufacturing, petroleum, and infrastructure design industries in Central Alberta. Students will use both hands- on and theoretical approaches to learn mechanical engineering Admission Requirements fundamentals including mathematics, solid mechanics, thermal- 1. A minimum average of 65% with no mark below 50% in: fluid sciences, and kinematics, blended with industry-focused a. ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2 or equivalent topics such as automation, control, lean and computer integrated b. Mathematics 30-1 or equivalent manufacturing, and reliability. Based on National Technology c. Physics 20 or equivalent Benchmarks for Mechanical Engineering Technology, this program, d. Two of Chemistry 30, Mathematics 31, Physics 30, Science coupled with industry experience, will lead to the Certified 30 or of Computer Science Advanced-Level CTS (5 credits) Engineering Technologist (CET) and Professional Technologist or equivalent. (PTech) designations. Note: In addition to the program admission requirements Graduates will develop knowledge and skills enabling the learner applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate to: English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the • Employ relevant industry health and safety standards, codes, Academic Calendar for further information. policies and procedures in accordance with current legislation, regulations and organizational policy. Other Requirements • Prepare, analyze, evaluate and modify mechanical engineering Note: Applicants are required to have a laptop computer; please drawings and other related technical documents. check specifications with the program prior to making a purchase. • Analyze and specify the requirements for product and manufacturing operations to optimize manufacturability. Program Content • Apply and demonstrate knowledge of material and engineering Year 1 principles to manufacturing operations and processes to GET 101 Introduction to Instrumentation produce components according to required specifications. GET 103 Technology Physics • Analyze and solve complex technical problems by applying GET 106 Engineering CAD principles of advanced mathematics and science. GET 108 Project Management • Design, analyze, specify, interface, program, and maintain GET 111 Engineering Mathematics computer integrated manufacturing systems. GET 112 Advanced Engineering Mathematics • Apply the principles and practices of project management. GET 114 Computer Programming • Research, analyze, prepare, author, and communicate in GET 116 Engineering Communication written, verbal, nonverbal, and presentation formats, technical MET 102 Fabrication documentation appropriate for a variety of audiences. MET 120 Statics • Identify, develop, and demonstrate strategies for maintaining MET 125 Materials Science continuing competency and practice standards associated with MET 130 Fluid Mechanics global industry trends and practices. MET 135 Thermodynamics MET 140 3D CAD

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Year 2 All students are expected to travel to clinical agencies throughout GET 202 Statistics Central Alberta Health Services Region for the clinical practicum. GET 204 Professional Practice Students require access to reliable transportation that will enable MET 201 Fluid and Bulk Materials Systems them to complete the requirements for the clinical practicum. MET 205 Dynamics During the clinical practicum students may also be required to MET 208 Mechanical Design arrange alternate accommodation for up to 7 weeks during the MET 210 Building Systems winter semester. Students are responsible for costs associated with MET 212 Manufacturing this travel. MET 220 Strength of Materials MET 224 Reliability and Failure Analysis Related Careers MET 230 Robotics There is a high demand for Medical Lab Assistants in Central MET 235 Computer Integrated Manufacturing Alberta, as well as in other areas provincially and interprovincially. MET 240 CNC Manufacturing Medical Lab Assistants find employment in hospitals, community MET 258 Capstone Project health centers, and public or private clinical laboratories. MET 260 Manufacturing Automation Note: There is one annual intake in Fall for the MLA program Graduation Requirements usually beginning in October. The student must pass all courses and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00. Admission Requirements A) Academic Requirements Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 1. Minimum average of 60% and no mark below 50% in: For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to a. English 30-1 or 30-2 www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. . b Chemistry 20 c. Biology 20 d. Math 10C or Math 20-2 2. Keyboarding skills (two tests - minimum 30 words per minute with 90% accuracy) 3. Basic computer literacy exam (word processing) AND Medical Laboratory B) Additional Requirements A completed Career Investigation report that documents a visit or Assistant job shadow in a clinical laboratory or blood collection site. Note: In addition to the program admission requirements Associate Dean applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate Sharon Hamilton English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the E-mail: [email protected] Academic Calendar for further information. Local calls: 403.342.3400 Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 International Applicants Please refer to Page 11 for information. 23-week Certificate Program Career Investigation The program is designed so that students complete sixteen weeks Applicants are required to complete a Medical Laboratory Assistant of classroom and laboratory study at RDC followed by a seven Program Specific Career Investigation Report Form. A visit to a week practicum of clinical laboratory training. The Medical Lab clinical laboratory or collection site and completion of a Career Assistant certificate includes four major areas of study: phlebotomy, Investigation form specific to the Medical Laboratory Assisting urinalysis, histology, and microbiology. Students are trained to program are required. collect, process, and prepare patient specimens, enter data, perform clerical and reception services, perform electrocardiograms C) Non-academic Requirements and urinalysis, and carry out basic laboratory procedures. Graduates Immunization Requirements of the MLA program are eligible to write the Canadian Society for Once accepted into the Medical Laboratory Assistant program, Medical Laboratory Science MLA national certification examination. students will be given an immunization requirement form to During practicum experience, students will address a limited be completed by their physician, public health nurse or health selection of competency in a simulation lab. The remainder of professional. Your immunization must be up-to-date prior to the unpaid practicum occurs in settings whose staffing includes orientation. Your completed immunization requirement form must Medical Laboratory Assistants. The available practicum sites are be submitted at your program’s orientation in September. located primarily in central Alberta. www.rdc.ab.ca 105 CERTIFICATE & DIPLOMA PROGRAMS

Don’t wait - start updating your immunization today. You will need immunization against tetanus and diptheria, polio, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chicken pox) and hepatitus B (including Motion Picture Arts Hepatitis B titre). You will also be required to undergo tuberculosis Associate Dean screening within a specified time prior to practicum placement. Dr. Peter Fielding Failure to do so will prevent you from participating in program E-mail: [email protected] activities and clinical placement. A copy of your records may be Local calls: 403.342.3400 obtained from your public health clinic or physician’s office. Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 Note: While not an admission requirement for the program, applicants are advised that they will be required to provide a The Program Police Information Check (also known as a Criminal Record Check) The Applied Degree in Motion Picture Arts enables students who and Vulnerable Sector Check to most agencies where they will have completed two years of post-secondary theatre sttudies (or be placed for practicum experiences. The existence of police equivalent) to expand and apply their primary theatre training to information or a criminal record may prevent practicum placement, the rapidly growing motion picture, television and multimedia program completion, professional licensure and therefore industries. The two years of completed theatre studies is followed affect future employment prospects. It is the decision of each by a program year (3rd year) of intensive theory and hands-on agency or institution to accept or reject a student for placement instruction culminating in an advanced certificate in Performance or observation experience based on the results of the police or Production. Students may then choose to go on to the final (4th information check. year) which is a credited mentored work experience the equivalent of two four-month terms or the opportunity to complete a Note: Students with Study Permits that are admitted to a program substantial motion picture project. The program has two streams: that has a practicum or clinical placement in childcare, primary/ the Production Stream and the Acting Stream. secondary school teaching or health service field occupations must complete their Medical Authorization as required by Citizenship Related Careers and Immigration Canada one month prior to the start of classes. The motion picture industry is a major contributor to the North American economy and is at the forefront of the digital revolution. Program Content The producers of feature films, television series and commercials Year 1 Oct-April (irregular term) seek gifted storytellers, actors, artists and technicians with strong MLA 100 Professional Relations backgrounds in the dramatic arts. Existing theatre programs provide MLA 101 Basic Electrocardiography a solid foundation for advanced study in narrative motion picture MLA 102 Quality Management acting and production. The MPA program provides students with MLA 103 Basic Anatomy and Physiology the specific skills and experience they need to gain an advantage in MLA 104 Medical Terminology this highly competitive industry. MLA 105 Infection Control and Safety MLA 106 Blood Collection & Handling Graduates of the Production Stream will apply their broad-based MLA 107 Introduction to General understanding of the nature of production to pursue multiple Laboratory Procedures job tracks as their careers progress. Typically, graduates will begin MLA 108 Introduction to Medical employment at entry levels in various areas of the industry, Laboratory Testing including cinematography, camera operation, digital editing, MLA 109 Miscellaneous Speciman Processing production design, sound recording, production management, and MLA 110 Urinalysis special effects. Some graduates may choose to act as self-employed MLA 115 Clinical Practicum contractors in their own creative business ventures.

Graduation Requirement Acting Stream graduates will be prepared to audition for performance roles in feature films, movies of the week, series You must pass all required courses including clinical practicum and television, commercials, and voice-overs. achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.

With experience and proven ability, graduates from both streams Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 may also advance into entrepreneurial roles as directors, writers, For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to and producers, supervising content creation in a wide variety of www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. current and emerging media.

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Admission Requirements 1. You must have successfully completed 2 years of a post- secondary Theatre Studies Diploma Program (or equivalent) Music with a minimum 2.00 GPA. Other related post-secondary credits Associate Dean and/or equivalent experience will be considered. Dr. Peter Fielding AND E-mail: [email protected] 2. You must complete a successful audition and/or interview/ Local calls: 403.342.3400 portfolio. Further guidelines regarding audition/ interview Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 expectations are available at www.rdc.ab.ca/performing_arts.

Note: In addition to the program admission requirements Related Careers applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate Music is one of the largest and fastest-growing industries in North English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the America. The following is a short list of opportunities in Academic Calendar for further information. this field: Performance: Solo, small and large ensembles (eg. bands, orchestras) music theatre accompanying, recording artist, studio Program Content musician, conductor. Production Stream Composition: Song writing, arranging, transcription, film scoring, Year 3 computer- generated music. MPA 301 Motion Picture Fundamentals I Music Business: Promotion/publicity, management, music sales, MPA 302 Motion Picture Fundamentals II MPA 303 Motion Picture Business/Career Path budgeting/ accounting, copyright. MPA 304 Screenwriting Techniques Technology: Recording engineer, sound technician, equipment MPA 305 Motion Picture Directing maintenance and set up, concert hall technical director. MPA 311 Motion Picture Technology Teaching: Private and group instruction in a home studio, MPA 315 Motion Picture Production I private and group instruction in music academies, colleges, and MPA 316 Motion Picture Production II universities. MPA 320 Motion Picture Projects I MPA 321 Motion Picture Projects II One-Year Music Preparatory Program The one-year Music Preparatory Program is designed to: Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 1. provide an opportunity for students who have a general interest in For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to music to broaden their knowledge and skills; www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. 2. provide an entry-level opportunity for students with limited formal musical training who are considering a career in music and intend Acting Stream on pursuing the Music Diploma program. Year 3 MPA 301 Motion Picture Fundamentals I In this program you will learn the fundamentals of reading, writing, MPA 302 Motion Picture Fundamentals II hearing, and performing music. Through classroom instruction and MPA 303 Motion Picture Business/ Career Path private lessons you will gain valuable knowledge and will sharpen MPA 304 Screenwriting Techniques your playing skills. Optional participation by audition in small and/or MPA 305 Motion Picture Directing large ensembles will allow you to further develop your performance MPA 312 Audition Techniques abilities. MPA 317 Motion Picture Acting I MPA 318 Motion Picture Acting II The program has three main components: MPA 320 Motion Picture Projects I 1. Core Classes MPA 321 Motion Picture Projects II All students are required to take classes in music rudiments and aural skills, introductory music history, basic piano, and Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 communications (or English). These courses will provide For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to fundamental training in the basics of music. www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. 2. Primary Instrument Study Graduation Requirements Each semester of the program you will take private lessons on You must pass all of the required Year 3 courses in the Production the instrument on which you had a successful entrance audition. or Performance Stream with a GPA of 2.00 to receive the Advanced Lessons are available on most standard instruments (subject to Certificate in Motion Picture Arts. instructor availability). Current options include: Voice Classical Piano Woodwinds Jazz Piano Brass Classical Guitar Percussion Elecrical Guitar Strings Bass Guitar Organ

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3. Optional Classes 2. Theory placement test: This written test covers key signatures, Depending on your interests, course load and performance major and minor scales, triads, intervals, meter and rhythm, abilities, a variety of music ensembles are open to all students on clefs, cadences and common musical terms. A score of 75% or the basis of audition. greater is required. Students with Royal Conservatory Advanced Rudiments (or equivalent) are exempt. Requests for exemption Note: Completion of the Preparatory Program does not guarantee should be directed to the Assessment & Test Centre. admission into the Music Diploma Program. Note: The audition requirements and the theory placement test Students who wish to pursue the two-year Music Diploma program are the same for both the Music Preparatory program and the at Red Deer College after completing the Music Preparatory program Music Diploma program. The results of these evaluation tools will will be required to re-audition on their primary instrument. Since there determine the appropriate program placement. is some overlap in course requirements between the two programs, students who complete the Music Preparatory program will have Further guidelines regarding audition expectations and the already fulfilled some of the requirements for the Music Diploma. theory placement test, consult the Auditions page on our Music Department website. Admission Requirements A) Academic Requirements Communications Course Placement Testing 1. High School Diploma with a minimum mark of 50% in ELA 30-1 Students will be required to take a College placement test before or ELA 30-2 registering in a written communications course. (Students with 60% OR or greater in English 30 will be exempted from this test.) Students 2. Mature Student who do not achieve a satisfactory mark in this test will be required You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school at least to complete COMM 150 before they can register in the required one full year before the program starts, and have a minimum mark course, COMM 250. Students should take the placement test early of 50% in ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2, or a minimum score of 80 on the in the event preparatory work (COMM 150) is required. Reading component, 86 on the Sentence component and 5 on the written essay component of the College Board Placement Test Program Content AND MUSI 194 Introductory Music Theory I B) Other Requirements MUSI 195 Introductory Aural Skills I 1. Audition: College music study assumes that an acceptable MUSI 196 Introductory Music Theory II standard of proficiency in an instrumental or vocal area has MUSI 197 Introductory Autal Skills II already been acquired. You must declare a principal instrument MUSS 145/ Private Lessons (eg. guitar, voice, piano, etc.) when you apply and then present MUSS 145 (repeated for credit) a performance audition on this instrument. You will continue MUSI 233 Introduction to Music History to pursue lessons on this instrument during your time in the MUSI 241/ MUSI 242 Basic Piano I & II* program. COMM 250 Business & Workplace Writing (ENGL The audition consists of the following elements: 219, ENGL 210 or ENGL 200 (may be a. A polished performance of two contrasting pieces of your substituted if you have English 30-1) choice that demonstrate your performance abilities. Open Options (may include Music) (3 credits) b. A demonstration of technical skills appropriate to your instrument (eg. scales, chords, arpeggios, long tones, * Piano majors are automatically exempt. Students with Gr. 4 tonguing, rudiments etc. as appropriate to your instrument). Piano from the Royal Conservatory or equivalent may apply for c. Aural tests (eg. recognition of chord qualities and melodic exemption through Prior Learning. intervals, clapback of rhythmic patterns). d. Playing or singing a short unfamiliar excerpt at sight. * See “Communications Course Placement Testing” above. e. A brief interview to discuss your musical background, Other approved music options may be selected providing you have interests and goals. the necessary prerequisites and the courses fit your timetable.

Note: In addition to the program admission requirements Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. Academic Calendar for further information. Note: For each semester add $440 if taking MUSS private lessons. In addition to tuition and course fees, you should budget for the following: music scores (approximately $150), instrument purchase (if necessary), instrument maintenance (strings, reeds, drum heads, etc.; approximately $200.00), plus textbooks and materials (approximately $1000).

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Two-Year Music Diploma Program Transfer Features The two-year Music Diploma may be taken for general interest or Graduates of the Music Diploma may be able to pursue university to help prepare you for a professional career in music. In today’s degree studies in a variety of areas. These include baccalaureate world, musicians are required to be highly-trained, well-rounded, degrees in Music, Arts, and Education as well as a number and versatile. The Music Diploma program provides you with a of more specialized areas such as Music Business and Music solid core of essential courses while allowing you to focus on Therapy. Individual courses in the Music Diploma program can be particular areas of interest. Our unique blend of traditional and transferred to many North American universities on a course-by- contemporary courses provides you with the utmost flexibility in course basis. pursuing career choices. Transfer arrangements are different at each university and you The Music Diploma program is designed to: are advised to consult the Alberta Transfer Guide, Advising and 1. provide a solid foundation of transferable courses for those Recruiting Specialist and the university to which you will transfer for students who wish to use the Diploma as a stepping stone more information. towards a 4-year university degree; 2. provide valuable skills and hands-on experience for those The following transfer arrangements are currently in place: students who may choose to pursue more immediate interests The University of Alberta - Augustana Faculty in the music industry, in the pop/rock field, or in private teaching. Music Diploma graduates who have a GPA of 2.30 and have majored in classical piano, organ, classical voice, classical guitar or The program has four main components: an orchestral instrument may be accepted into the B.Mus. program 1. Core Classes at the University of Alberta-Autustana Faculty. All students are required to take classes in music theory, aural skills, music history, music business, basic piano, and english. The University of Lethbridge Music Diploma graduates who have a GPA of 2.50 and have 2. Primary Instrument Study majored in classical piano, classical voice, classical guitar or an Each semester of the program you will take private lessons orchestral instrument may be accepted into the Post-Diploma (MUSP) on the instrument on which you had successfully B.Mus./B.Ed program at the University of Lethbridge. Students who auditioned. Lessons are available on most standard instruments wish to pursue a more general music and education combination subject to instructor availability. may also choose the B.A. (Music)/B.Ed. route. Current options include: Voice Classical Piano Burman University Woodwinds Jazz Piano Music Diploma graduates who have a GPA of 2.50 and have Brass Classical Guitar majored in classical piano, organ, classical voice, classical guitar or Percussion Electric Guitar an orchestral instrument may be accepted into the B.Mus or B.A. Strings Bass Guitar (Music) program at Burman University. Organ

Private instruction in areas such as Conducting or Composition Admission Requirements may be available to qualified students. A) Academic Requirements 1. High School Diploma with a minimum mark of 50% in ELA 3. Ensembles 30-1 or ELA 30-2 Students are required to take 4 terms of MUSE Ensembles OR while enrolled in the diploma program. MUSE Ensembles taken 2. Mature Student during the Music Preparatory program will not count towards You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school at least one diploma graduation requirements. full year before the program starts, and have a minimum mark of 50% in ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2, or a minimum score at the 50th percentile on 4. Specialized Options the English component of the College Board Placement Test (written You will choose an additional 9 credit hours of course options on campus) in consultation with your music faculty advisor that allow AND you to pursue individual areas of interest. Some examples of B) Other Requirements possible options include: 1. Audition: College music study assumes that an acceptable MUSI 401 Graduation Recital standard of proficiency in an instrumental or vocal area has MUSI 361/MUSI 362 Composition I & II already been acquired. You must declare a principal instrument MUSI 321 Music Business: Career & Products (eg. guitar, voice, piano, etc.) when you apply and then present MUSI 322 Music Business: Performance a performance audition on this instrument. You will continue MUSI 280/ Recording Studio MUSI 282 Technology I & II Additional music ensembles or private lessons Courses outside the music area (ex. Psychology, Science, etc.) www.rdc.ab.ca 109 CERTIFICATE & DIPLOMA PROGRAMS

to pursue lessons on this instrument during your time in the Year 2 program. The audition consists of the following elements: MUSI 346/ MUSI 347 Comprehensive Music Theory III & IV a. A polished performance of two contrasting pieces of your MUSI 348/ Comprehensive Aural and choice that demonstrate your playing or singing abilities MUSI 349 Keyboard Skills III & IV b. A demonstration of technical skills appropriate to your MUSE xxx Performance Ensemble (4 credits) MUSP 360/ MUSP 460 Private Lessons instrument (eg. scales, chords, arpeggios, long tones, MUSI 321 Music Business: Career and Products or tonguing, rudiments, etc. as appropriate to your instrument). MUSI 322 Music Business: Performance c. Aural tests (eg. recognition of chord qualities and melodic intervals, clapback of rhythmic patterns). Note: Students who wish to attend the NAMM Winter Show in Los d. Playing or singing a short unfamiliar excerpt at sight. Angeles are required to enroll in MUSI 321. e. A brief interview to discuss your musical background, interests and goals. Year 1 or 2 Choose two of the following music history classes: 2. Theory placement test: This written test covers key signatures, MUSI 304 History of Medieval, Renaissance major and minor scales, triads, intervals, meter and rhythm, & Baroque Music clefs, cademces and common musical terms. A score of 75% or MUSI 301 History of Classical and Romantic greater is required. Students with Royal Conservatory Advanced Music Rudiments (or equivalent) are exempt. Requests for exemption MUSI 302 History of Post-Romantic and 20th should be directed to the Test & Assessment Centre. Century Music MUSI 303 History of Popular Music Note: The audition requirements and the theory placement test AND Music Options (3 credits) are the same for both the Music Preparatory program and the Open Options (may include additional Music courses) Music Diploma program. The results of these will determine the (6 credits) appropriate program placement. Note: Options should be selected after consultation with your Note: In addition to the program admission requirements music faculty or Advising and Recruiting Specialist. applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the Academic Calendar for further information. Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to For further guidelines regarding audition expectations and the www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. theory placement test consult the Auditions page on our Music Department website. Note: For each semester add $200 if taking MUSP private lessons and $440 if taking MUSS private lessons. In addition to tuition Program Content and course fees, you should budget each year for the following: music scores (approximately $150.00), instrument purchase Year 1 (if necessary), instrument maintenance (strings, reeds, drum MUSI 257/ MUSI 258 Comprehensive Music Theory I & II heads, etc.; approximately $200.00), plus textbooks and materials MUSI 259/ Comprehensive Aural and (approximately $1000.00). MUSI 260 Keyboard Skills I & II MUSE 201/202 Symphonic Winds I & II Note: MUSI 321 - special materials fee of $550. for the NAMM field trip. or MUSE 205/206 Jazz Ensemble I & II or Graduation Requirements MUSE 217/218 Chamber Choir I & II You must pass all courses for Year 1 and 2 and achieve a minimum MUSP 145/ MUSP 245 Private Lessons cumulative GPA of 2.0. MUSI 241/ MUSI 242 Basic Piano I & II* ENGL 219 Essay Composition Note: Those students considering a transfer to the Post-Diploma B. and Critical Reading Mus./B.Ed. at the University of Lethbridge or the B.Mus. at Canadian or University should be aware that a minimum GPA of 2.50 is required COMM 250 may be substituted if you have 60% or greater in English for admission. Those students considering a transfer to the B.Mus at 30-1 the University of Alberta - Augustana Faculty should be aware that a minimum GPA of 2.30 is required for admission. *Piano majors are automatically exempt. Students with Gr. 4 Piano from the Royal Conservatory or equivalent may apply for exemption through Prior Learning.

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• Maintain, enhance and share their knowledge, skills and attitude through self reflective practice, use of available learning Occupational Therapist resources, networking and self directed learning to continue to be lifelong learners.

& Physiotherapist Accreditation The Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist Assistant Program Assistant at Red Deer College has Candidacy Status and can now take the next step towards accreditation by the Occupational Therapist Associate Dean Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant Education Accreditation Sharon Hamilton Program (OTA & PTA EAP). Having Candidacy Status does not mean E-mail: [email protected] that the Occupational Therapist Assistant/Physiotherapist Assistant Local calls: 403.342.3400 Program will be accredited once the process is finished, but that Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 the first step is complete.

Two Year Diploma Transfer Features Thompson Rivers University – Open Learning Related Careers Occupational Therapist & Physiotherapist Assistant Diploma As an occupational therapist/ physiotherapist assistant, the graduates may be accepted into the Bachelor of Health Science graduate will provide assistance to occupational therapists, program at Thompson Rivers University. physiotherapists and clients in a variety of health care settings, such as hospitals, long-term care facilities, schools, public and private University of Calgary clinics, mental health facilities, and home care programs. Occupational Therapist & Physiotherapist Assistant Diploma Graduates will be considered for entrance into the University The Program of Calgary’s 10 full course equivalent Bachelor of Community Rehabilitation program. This program is delivered over five academic terms and prepares the graduate to become an occupational therapist/ physiotherapist Transfer arrangements are different at each university and you are assistant following graduation. Upon successful completion of this advised to consult the Alberta Transfer Guide, your Chairperson, diploma through the following program outcomes, the students academic advisors and the university to which you will transfer for will be able to: more information. • Apply a variety of communication strategies to effectively and respectfully build positive relationships through verbal, nonverbal, written and technological means with clients, their Admission Requirements families; occupational therapists; physiotherapists; other health A. Academic Requirements care providers and team members. A minimum of: • Establish, develop, foster, maintain and bring closure to client- -- .60% in ELA 30-1 or 75% in ELA 30-2 or equivalent centered, positive therapeutic relationships while demonstrating -- 60% in Biology 30 or equivalent; and sensitivity to the individual and his/her culture. -- .50% in a 30 level math course (Math 30-1 or Math 30-2, Math • Perform responsively and effectively through application of 30 Applied or equivalent) or another 30 level science course disciplinary knowledge that contributes to the development, B. Non-academic Requirement implementation and modification of intervention and/or -- Immunization to be completed prior to program start date treatment plans while under the supervision and in collaboration C. Additional Requirements with the occupational therapist and/or physiotherapist. In addition to the above requirements the applicant must • Practice in a legal, ethical and professional manner provide evidence of current CPR certification at the Health Care demonstrating conduct that meets expectations of members of Provider level and Standard First Aid. You must re-certify CPR society and the profession. each year. • Collect, document and complete client records in a thorough, objective, accurate and non-judgemental manner. Through Note: In addition to the program admission requirements effective interpretation and communication of this data, applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate students will participate in determining client progress toward English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the specific outcomes as established in the plan of care by the Academic Calendar for further information. occupational therapist and/or physiotherapist. • Recognize and apply principles that support safety in the Note: While not an admission requirement for the program, workplace and will adhere to all guidelines, procedures, applicants are advised that they will be required to provide a protocols and standards to ensure personal safety and Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Check to most contribute to the safety of others. www.rdc.ab.ca 111 CERTIFICATE & DIPLOMA PROGRAMS

agencies where they will be placed for practicum experiences. The existence of a criminal record may prevent practicum placement, program completion, professional licensure and therefore Open Studies affect future employment prospects. It is the decision of each Associate Dean agency or institution to accept or reject a student for placement Dr. Jane MacNeil or observation experience based on the results of the Police E-mail: [email protected] Information Check. Local calls: 403.342.3400 Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 Note: Students with Study Permits that are admitted to a program that has a practicum or clinical placement in childcare, primary/ Open Studies is a program that allows you to begin your studies secondary school teaching or health service field occupations must on a full- or part-time basis. The Open Studies program lets you complete their Medical Authorization as required by Citizenship take courses and explore different options in order to help you and Immigration Canada one month prior to the start of classes. make educational and career decisions. If you need more than two academic areas of high school-level courses, you must apply to the Note: Students must complete a minimum of one third (167 Career and Academic Preparation Program. hours) of their practical training in each area (OT or PT) and will be placed in a variety of therapeutic environments, which may include: hospitals, long-term care facilities, outpatient clinics, private Purposes of Open Studies rehabilitation clinics/services, and home care and community care 1. You may design a program of studies to suit your interests services. and needs. Open Studies is not tied to any one career, so you can take courses which appeal to you if you have the proper Program Content prerequisites. Please note that some courses are program specific and may not be available to Open Studies students. Year 1 2. If you do not meet admission requirements to certificate, OPTA 102 Presenting Conditions I diploma or university programs, you may complete those INTP 104 Healthcare Communications I requirements and then apply to these programs. INTP 105 Healthcare Communications II 3. If you require a high school equivalency math course from the OPTA 110 Professional Practice I CAP program as part of your Open Studies program and have OPTA 114 Concepts in Mental Health been out of high school math for more than one year, you will OPTA 116 Anatomy & Physiology be required to take a math placement test prior to registering OPTA 120 Therapeutic Skills I for the CAP math course. OPTA 125 Rehabilitation Concepts OPTA 130 Practicum I PYSC 205 Lifespan Development Admission Requirements 1. No mark below 50% in: Year 2 a. ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2 OPTA 202 Presenting Conditions II b. Three subjects from Group A, B or C OPTA 210 Professional Practice II c. One subject from Group A, B, C or D OPTA 215 Communication Impairment OR OPTA 220 Therapeutic Skills II 2. High School Diploma OPTA 230 Practicum II OR OPTA 302 Presenting Conditions III 3. Mature Student OPTA 320 Therapeutic Skills III You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school at OPTA 330 Practicum III least one full year before the program starts, and have no mark below 50% in: Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 a. ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2 b. Subject from Group A or C (See “Alberta Grade 12 Course For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to Groups,” page 8 of calendar) www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. Note: If you need three or more high school level subjects, you must apply to the Career and Academic Preparation Program. Graduation Requirements OR You must pass all courses and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA 4. A recommendation from an Academic Advisor of 2.00. Note: In addition to the program admission requirements applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the Academic Calendar for further information.

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Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 Related Careers For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to As a Pharmacy Technician, the graduate will perform drug www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. distribution tasks in a variety of health care settings, such as hospitals, long-term care facilities and community pharmacies. Program Readmission Pharmacy Technicians work collaboratively with Pharmacists, See page 11. Pharmacy Assistants and other health care professionals to provide patient centered health care.

Admission Requirements A. Academic Requirements High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of 60% in: Pharmacy Technician - Biology 30 - Chemistry 30 Associate Dean - ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2 Sharon Hamilton - Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 30-2 or Mathematics 30 Email: [email protected] Applied Local calls: 403-342-3400 - Computer literacy (including intro, word processing, Toll Free: 1-888-732-4630 spreadsheet). Testing available at RDC - Keyboarding 30 nwpm. Testing available at RDC Two-Year Diploma Note: Admission into a CCAPP-accredited pharmacy technician The Program program should be limited to candidates who provide This program is accredited by the Canadian Council for documentation of one of the following as evidence of language Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs (CCAPP). It prepares the proficiency: graduate to become a Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPhT) • Language proficiency test results that meet the NAPRA following graduation and successful completion of the Pharmacy Language Proficiency Requirements for Licensure as a Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (PEBC) certification process and the Technician in Canada (TOEFL minimum score of 91 internet Alberta College of Pharmacists (ACP) registration process. Details based or IELTS minimum score of 6.5 overall, with at least 6.0 on regarding registering as a Pharmacy Technician in the province each band score or MELAB minimum score of 81 overall, with at of Alberta can be found by accessing the Alberta College of least 80 on each band score); or Pharmacists website (www.pharmacists.ab.ca). • Graduation from a high school in Canada with four consecutive, RDC has been educating Pharmacy Technicians since 1976 and first language English or French courses/credits; or graduates are highly sought after by employers. This diploma • Graduation from a Collège d’enseignement général et program is delivered over five academic terms. professionnel (CEGEP) in Quebec with four consecutive, first language English or French courses/credits; or Program outcomes are designed to enable successful transition to • An undergraduate degree from a university in Canada, whose the role of the Pharmacy Technician, assisting students to: instruction was provided in English or French. • Communicate effectively and respectfully to build positive • (For more information, please consult the Language Proficiency relationships through verbal, nonverbal, written and technological Requirements for Licensure as a Pharmacy Technician in Canada means with patients, co-workers and other health care providers. released by the National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory • Practice in a legal, ethical and professional manner demonstrating Authorities.) conduct that meets expectations of members of society and the profession. B. Non-academic Requirements • Accurately manage and perform technical and distributive tasks - In order to proceed into practicum courses, you must show expected of a pharmacy technician. evidence of the required specific schedule of immunization • Build collaborative relationships within the pharmacy and health prior to program start date. A form will be provided by the care teams to optimize patient safety and meet patient health care college. Some students may require additional immunizations needs and improve health outcomes. or testing in order to be eligible for particular practicum • Perform job related tasks in a safe and effective manner that placements. ensures quality and patient safety while using professional judgment as to which tasks can be performed independently or in Note: Failure to provide evidence of completed immunization collaboration with a pharmacist. will prevent students from entering practicum placements. • Maintain, enhance and share knowledge, skills and attitude Students are responsible for any fees involved with the through self-reflective practice, use of available learning resources, assessment or administration of immunizations. networking and self-directed learning to continue to be a lifelong learner. www.rdc.ab.ca 113 CERTIFICATE & DIPLOMA PROGRAMS

- Applicants should be aware that good manual dexterity and Note: Due to the rapidly changing nature of pharmacy and health vision is essential for some of the tasks performed by pharmacy care, students must complete both practicum courses within one technicians. Applicants should also be able to stand and sit for academic year of completing the other required courses. Students extended periods of time, be able to lift items with weights unable to meet this timeline may have to repeat courses as up to 10 kilograms, communicate and perform effectively in deemed necessary. Practicum courses are designed to be stressful and busy situations both independently and with completed on a full-time basis due to the number of required hours other students/co-workers. Please speak to program faculty if in each practicum block. any of these qualifications are of concern. Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 C. Additional Requirements For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to While not an admission requirement for the program, www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. applicants are required to provide a Police Information Check (also known as a Criminal Record Check) including a Vulnerable Note: Practicum Expenses - The RDC Pharmacy Technician diploma Sector Check to most agencies where they will be placed for program includes a 4 week (160 hours) community pharmacy practicum experiences. The existence of police information or practicum placement and a 4 week (160 hours) hospital pharmacy a criminal record may prevent practicum placement, program practicum placement. Practicum expenses can vary depending completion, and professional licensure and therefore affect on practicum location. Minimum costs will be room and board, future employment prospects. It is the decision of each agency relocation costs, and travel to and from the workplace. You will or institution to accept or reject a student for placement or require appropriate clothing or uniform attire for working with the observation experience based on the results of the police public in a professional setting. information check. Note: Practicum Travel - While every effort is made to consider Note: Students with Study Permits that are admitted to a program student preferences for practicum location due to practicum that has a practicum or clinical placement in childcare, primary/ availability students may be required to travel to locations outside secondary school teaching or health service field occupations must of their preferences in the province of Alberta in order to complete complete their Medical Authorization as required by Citizenship the practicum requirements. In extreme circumstances, the College and Immigration Canada one month prior to the start of classes. may need to delay completion of a practicum placement until a placement becomes available. Program Content Year 1 (Fall and Winter Term) Graduation Requirements PHTD 100 Professional Role and Ethics The student must pass all courses and achieve a minimum PHTD 105 Pharmacology Fundamentals cumulative GPA of 2.00. Due to the changing nature of pharmacy PHTD 110 Foundations of Pharmacy and health care, students must complete the program within 4 PHTD 115 Pharmacy Calculations academic years from the term to which they were first admitted. PHTD 120 Jurisprudence PHTD 125 Pharmacotherapeutics I PHTD 130 Pharmacy Computer Systems PHTD 135 Dispensing I PHTD 140 Preparation for Practice I INTP 102 Healthcare Anatomy and Physiology Practical Nurse INTP 104 Healthcare Communication I INTP 105 Healthcare Communication II Associate Dean Jennifer Cross Year 2 (Fall, Winter and Spring Term) E-mail: [email protected] PHTD 200 Non-Prescription and Local calls: 403.342.3400 Complementary Therapies Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 PHTD 205 Non-Sterile Compounding PHTD 210 Aseptic Technique Two Year Diploma PHTD 215 Hospital/Institutional Practice PHTD 220 Community Health Project This program delivered over two academic years prepares the PHTD 225 Pharmacotherapeutics II graduate to become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) following PHTD 226 Pharmacotherapeutics III graduation and successful completion of the Canadian Practical PHTD 231 Community Pharmacy Practicum Nurse Registration Exam. With approval, Practical Nurse students PHTD 232 Hospital Pharmacy Practicum have 4 years from the time of admission to the program to complete PHTD 235 Dispensing II requirements for the Practical Nurse diploma. As a LPN, the graduate PHTD 240 Preparation for Practice II will provide nursing care in a variety of health care settings, such as INTP 201 Interprofessional Leadership hospitals, the community and other health care agencies.

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Application Deadline and Vulnerable Sector Check to most agencies where they will The GPA calculation for Conditional Admission will be calculated be placed for practicum experiences. The existence of police according to one of the following: information or a criminal record may prevent practicum placement, • 25 high school credits from the following subjects: ELA 30-1, program completion, professional licensure and therefore affect Biology 30 and the best grade from one of Math 30-1, Math 30-2, future employment prospects. It is the decision of each agency or Math 30 Applied, Math 20-1, or Math 20-2 plus the best grades institution to accept or reject a student for placement or observation from the most recently completed semester until 25 credits has perience based on the results of the police information check. been reached. If any of the specified courses are in progress at the transcript submission deadline, the previous level in the Note: Students with Study Permits that are admitted to a program subject will be used. that has a practicum or clinical placement in childcare, primary/ • 18 post-secondary credits including all credits from the most- secondary school teaching or health service field occupations must recently completed term plus the best grades from the next complete their Medical Authorization as required by Citizenship and most recent term. Immigration Canada one month prior to the start of classes. • Applicants with fewer than 18 post-secondary credits will have their GPA calculated using all post-secondary credits plus the Program Content best grades from the most recent semester from high school Year 1 Fall Term until 18 credits are achieved. PN 251 Professional Leadership I PN 252 Nursing Foundations I PN 253 Health Promotion I Note: Post-secondary credits will be used in the Conditional PN 254 Pharmacology I Admission GPA calculation before High School credits, regardless INTP 102 Health care Anatomy & Physiology of when the post-secondary credits were taken. Post-secondary INTP 104 Healthcare Communication I credits do NOT include any High School equivalents completed at a PN 257 Practical Experience I: Healthy Adults post-secondary institution (i.e. High School equivalents completed at RDC). Year 1 Winter Term PN 258 Professional Leadership II Transcript Deadline: March 1st PN 259 Nursing Foundations II PN 260 Health Promotion II Admission Requirements PN 261 Pharmacology II In order to be admitted to the program the student must: PN 262 Pathophysiology 1. Meet the following academic requirements: PN 263 Practical Experience II: Residential Care • 60% in ELA 30-1 • 60% in a level Biology 30 Year 1 Spring Term • 50% in Math 30-1 or 30-2 OR ENGL 219 Essay Composition • 60% in Math 30 Applied or 20-1 OR and Critical Reading • 70% in Math 20-2 One 3 credit Liberal Arts/ Arts/ Humanities/ Science or Social Science Elective Note: Practical Nurse applicants will be offered admission on a competitive basis with 50% of seats allocated on the basis of Year 2 Fall Term academic achievement, GPA ranking, and the remaining 50% of INTP 201 Interprofessional Leadership seats allocated on a first come first qualified basis. PN 265 Nursing Foundations III PN 266 Health Promotion III Note: In addition to the program admission requirements PN 267 Pharmacology III applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate PN 268 Practical Experience III: Acute Care English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the Academic Calendar for further information. Year 2 Winter Term PN 269 Professional Leadership IV 2. Immunization to be completed prior to program start date. PN 270 Nursing Foundations IV PN 271 Health Promotion IV Additional Requirements PN 272 Practical Experience IV: Family In addition to the above requirements the student must provide Centered Care evidence of current CPR certification at the Health Care Provider PN 275 Practical Experience V: Comprehensive Level. You must recertify each year. Practicum

Note: While not an admission requirement for the program, Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 applicants are advised that they will be required to provide a For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to Police Information Check (also known as a Criminal Record Check) www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates.

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Recognition of Prior Learning / Experience The Program Nursing courses from other programs will be evaluated on a case- Objectives of the program are: by-case basis for prior learning. Students who are transferring into 1. To provide a two-year diploma program in Social Work that the program or students who have been out of the clinical area for prepares students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes an extended period of time may be required to pass a competency needed for jobs in beginning social work positions. creen prior to admission to the program. 2. To prepare students to continue their education in a Bachelor of Social Work program. Graduation Requirements You must pass all required courses and achieve a minimum Transfer Features cumulative GPA of 2.0. The Red Deer College Social Work Diploma can be transferred to the Faculty of Social Work, University of Calgary (programs in Calgary and Edmonton, and Learning Circles Program offered at Red Deer College or virtually); the University of Victoria; Thompson Rivers University (Kamloops); University of Regina.

Social Work Admission Requirements A) Academic Requirements Associate Dean 1. High School Diploma with no mark below 50% in: Dr. Tim Heath a. ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2 E-mail: [email protected] b. Social Studies 30-1 Local calls: 403.342.3400 OR Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 2. Mature Student You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school at least Two-Year Diploma one full year before the program starts, and have minimum mark of 50% in ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2, or a minimum score of 80 on the Students may apply for the program on a full or part-time basis, Reading component, 86 on the Sentence component and 5 on application requirements and the application process are the same the written essay component of the College Board Placement for each stream. Program planning will take place with students Test. during the registration process. AND B) Non-academic Requirements The mission of the Social Work Diploma Program at Red Deer 1. Once it has been determined that you have met the academic College is to prepare the student for employment as a social requirements in (A) above, you will be mailed a package of worker and to provide a foundation for further post-secondary materials which includes (a) a personal profile/questionnaire, education through the introduction and integration of: practice and (b) three confidential reference request forms. All students skills, theoretical knowledge, and application of social work ethics are required to complete this questionnaire and arrange for their and values. The Program fulfills its’ mission by promoting ethical references to be forwarded to the College in order to have a practice, social and economic justice, respect for and acceptance of complete admissions package. diversity among peoples, and relationship building. 2. You are required to complete a minimum of 100 hours of volunteer OR employment experience. The purpose of the Social workers are trained to ‘help people help themselves’. The volunteer OR employment experience is exposure to the focus of social work is on the interactions between people and their human services field. It is recommended that volunteer hours social environment. The program examines how to help people be completed with one organization when possible. Your main meet the demands of daily life. It looks at how social work seeks to function must involve contact with people, and one reference improve people’s problem-solving and coping skills, and links them form needs to be completed by the employment or volunteer with systems that offer resources, services, and opportunities. supervisor. Please go to the Social Work program webpage for further information. Related Careers 3. An interview with a Social Work faculty member is required as Social Work Diploma graduates can expect job opportunities part of admission. Once your completed package is received by in both public and private agencies. You may work, directly the College, you will be contacted for this interview. The majority or indirectly, with people having problems with finances, of your work or volunteer experience must be completed prior to employment, child neglect, foster care, alcohol or drug your interview with a Social Work faculty member. dependency, marital and family conflict, young offenders, and individual emotional problems. Note: In addition to the program admission requirements applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the Academic Calendar for further information.

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Note: While not an admission requirement for the program, SOWK 309 Field Work IV applicants are advised that they will be required to provide a SOWK 312 Social Problems and Issues In Social Work Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Check to most SOWK 313 Social Work in Health Care Settings agencies where they will be placed for practicum experiences. The SOCI 261 Canadian Society existence of a Criminal Record may prevent practicum placement, Option* (3 credits) program completion, professional licensure and therefore Option* (3 credits) affect future employment prospects. It is the decision of each Option* (3 credits) agency or institution to accept or reject a student for placement * One of your three options must include one of PSYC 353, PSYC or observation experience based on the results of the Police 355 or PSYC 357. This course may be taken in either the fall or Information Check. Students should be prepared for approximately winter term in second year. Options may not include high school $50 to $75 in extra expense to acquire these documents. equivalency courses. If you plan to transfer to a university, choose Increasingly, social work practice in many social services agencies courses which are transferable. requires workers to work extended hours of operation. Many agencies now provide a variety of programs associated with their Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 services that operate on evenings or weekends. Students need to For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to be prepared to work during non traditional business hours if placed www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. in these agencies. Readmission Note: Students with Study Permits that are admitted to a program See page 11. that has a practicum or clinical placement in childcare, primary/ secondary school teaching or health service field occupations must Graduation Requirements complete their Medical Authorization as required by Citizenship You must pass all course requirements and achieve a minimum and Immigration Canada one month prior to the start of classes. cumulative GPA of 2.00 Note regarding university transfer: While students may enter the SOWK Diploma program without ELA 30-1, those intending to transfer to a university program are advised to complete ELA 30-1 before entering the program. This will enable you to take university transferable English courses in your first year. Students who enter Theatre and the program without ELA 30-1 may take English 30 (or equivalent) upon admission to Social Work but may not complete the Diploma within four terms. ELA 30-1 is not credited toward Diploma Entertainment requirements.

Program Content Production Year 1 Associate Dean SOWK 201 Introduction to Social Work Methods I Dr. Peter Fielding SOWK 202 Introduction to Social Work Methods II E-mail: inquire @rdc.ab.ca SOWK 204 Social Work Ethics in Practice Local calls: 403.342.3400 SOWK 207 Social Services History, Function and Structure Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 SOWK 208 Field Work I SOWK 209 Field Work II SOWK 210 Social Work Practice with Groups Two-Year Diploma Theatre and Entertainment SOCI 260 Sociological Concepts and Perspectives Production PSYC 260 Basic Psychological Processes PSYC 261 Social and Individual Behaviour The Program English or Communication Option This program offers a Diploma in Theatre and Entertainment English or Communication Option Production and prepares graduates to work behind the scenes in the live entertainment and event industries. The program includes Year 2 components of class theory, studio training and hands-on practica SOWK 301 Social Work Practice with Individuals in lights, scenic paint, props, sound, set construction, theatre design and Families and stage management. SOWK 304 Social Work Practice with Communities SOWK 306 Social Work Administration Students work in assigned practica as members of the resident SOWK 307 Social Policy theatre company, and are able to integrate their technical skills SOWK 308 Field Work III in the production of season of live theatre, in settings simulating www.rdc.ab.ca 117 CERTIFICATE & DIPLOMA PROGRAMS

professional conditions. Faculty and professional guest artists are AND the directors and designers for the plays produced by the Theatre B) Other Requirements programs. Students work in a variety of performance spaces; an To be accepted to the technical production program you need exceptional Mainstage proscenium theatre of 576 seats, a black-box to have a successful interview. Further guidelines regarding experimental theatre, found spaces and outside event locations. interview expectations are available at www.rd.c.ab.ca/ Productions in this program are technically challenging and provide performing_ arts. valuable experience for student technicians. Program Content In addition to the theatre productions, students have the Open to Theatre and Entertainment Production students only opportunity to work on a variety of events that take place in the Arts Centre. Students are involved with the set up and operation of Year 1 professional, touring theatre productions, folk jaz, and pop concerts, THTR 105 Production Crew I and a host of other events as connected with our performing Arts THTR 106 Production Crew II programs and Red Deer College. THTR 107 Production Crew III THTR 118 Scenic Props Related Careers THTR 125 Stagecraft I We train technicians and craftspeople that work behind the scenes THTR 126 Stagecraft II in the ever-growing entertainment industry. Our alumni are THTR 135 Entertainment Industry Sound employed as stage managers, sound designers and technicians, THTR 136 Live Events Sound follow spot operators, production managers, stage electricians, THTR 145 Entertainment Industry Lighting I lighting designers and technicians, production management THTR 146 Entertainment Industry Lighting II assistants, stage carpenters, scenic painters, and property builders. THTR 158 Entertainment Arts Drafting THTR 168 Stage and Event Management I Graduates working in production often join the International THTR 176 Entertainment Industry Design Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE), the labor union ART 231 Visual Fundaments representing technicians, artisans and craftspeople in the entertainment industry, including live theatre, motion picture and Year 2 television production, and trade shows. They may work on contract THTR 205 Applied Practice and Theory I or may choose to freelance through the union. THTR 206 Applied Practice and Theory II THTR 207 Applied Practice and Theory III Our graduates also work in related areas of the entertainment THTR 215 Scenic Painting industry, including cruise ships, theme parks, concert tours, industrial THTR 258 Drawing as Communication presentations, specialized service companies, film and television. THTR 265 Stage and Event Management II Some eventually move into more senior management positions. THTR 278 Entertainment Arts Design & Visual Communication Graduates may also choose to transfer credits and resume THTR 285 Professional Development I experience to B.F.A. or specialty study elsewhere in design or THTR 286 Professional Development II technology, or apply to continue training at RDC as part of our THTR 295 Intensives Series I Applied Degree in Motion Picture Arts. THTR 296 Intensives Series II THTR 297 Intensives Series III Transfer Feature Approved COMM course Theatre and Entertainment Production graduates can accumulate credits to transfer into year two of B.A., B.Ed., or B.F.A. studies at a Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 variety of universities. Graduates are eligible to apply for the 3rd For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to and 4th years of the Advanced Certificate and Applied Degree in www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. Motion Picture Arts at RDC. Graduation Requirements Admission Requirements You must pass all courses, and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA A) Academic Requirements of 2.00. 1. High School Diploma with successful completion of ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2 OR 2. Mature Student You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school at least one full year before the program starts, and successful completion of ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2.

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MFA degrees in theatre related forms at the University of Alberta, York University, University of British Columbia, Simon Fraser University, Theatre Performance University of Calgary and the University of Lethbridge. Graduates are also eligible to apply for the 3rd and 4th years of the Advanced & Creation Certificate and Applied Degree in Motion Picture Arts at RDC. Associate Dean Service Courses Dr. Peter Fielding The performing arts department also offers a selection of university E-mail: inquire @rdc.ab.ca transfer drama courses for students in other RDC programs. These Local calls: 403.342.3400 courses are taught by either professional guest instructors or faculty Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 from Theatre Performance and Creation.

Two-Year Diploma Theatre Performance and Admission Requirements Creation A) Academic Requirements 1. High School Diploma with successful completion of ELA 30-1 OR The Program 2. Mature Student This program offers training for the emerging theatre artist, as You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school at both actor and creator of theatre. Training will include course least one full year before the program starts, and successful related theory and research with studio training in skills for the completion of ELA 30-1 actor and creator of theatre to be accompanied with applied AND practicum to bring the process oriented courses to fruition. These B) Other Requirements practicum opportunites are as follows: stage productions, touring To be accepted into the Theatre Performance and Creation productions, site-specific creation projects, theatre intensives with program you must have a successful audition. Further professional guest instructors, theatre related field trips and field guidelines regarding audition expectations are available at study placements in provincial theatre centres. www.rd.c.ab.ca/performing_ arts.

When not involved in a practicum, students are taking four days Note: In addition to the program admission requirements of intense classes with components of: career planning, theatre applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate history, dramaturgy/ play analysis, acting, voice, movement, English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the creation, improvisation, writing, dance, stage fighting, lifestyle and Academic Calendar for further information. wellbeing, interdisciplinary arts, and devising theatre. The fifth day Career Goals is reserved for specialty intensives, industry related events, creation RDC Theatre Performance and Creation graduate profile: The RDC sessions and one-on-one coaching with a professional theatre Theatre Performance and Creation diploma program produces artist/instructor. innovative theatre artists who actively contribute to the Canadian theatre community as creators, directors, performers, educators, arts Related Careers administrators and producers. The RDC grad is also provided with the Arts and Culture are a growth industry in North American with training to further excel at leading education centres such as the National many theatre artists creating their own material for festivals, Theatre School in Montreal, the University of Alberta BFA program in solo companies, industry productions and multi-disciplinary Edmonton, Simon Fraser University in Vancouver and UBC .Okanagan, collaborations. Film, television, new media and the circus are also the Applied Degree in Motion Picture Arts at Red Deer College, as well avenues that graduates of our program have embarked on. By as other related degrees at leading North American universities. Transfer offering a program that trains both actor and creator, our graduates credits and resume experience may also lead to B.Ed., B.F.A., B.A. Drama have an exciting and varied palette with which to infuse the Honours, or specialty study elsewhere in the world. professional theatre industry. Program Content Transfer Feature Open to Theatre Performance and Creation students only Theatre programs at RDC have over a decade of experience in transferring students to university programs and preparing them for Year 1 entrance into leading theatre training schools in North America THTR 100 Theatre Research and Development I (i.e. National Theatre School, Studio 58, Sheridan College, THTR 101 Theatre Research and Development II Neighbourhood Playhouse, etc.). Students have the opportunity to THTR 110 The Business of Theatre I accumulate University Transfer credits into year two of numerous THTR 111 The Business of Theatre II renowned university theatre programs. RDC graduates have continued THTR 120 The Expressive Body I on to receive B.A. Honours in Drama, BFA in Drama, B.Ed. degrees and THTR 121 The Expressive Body II THTR 130 The Expressive Voice I THTR 131 The Expressive Voice II www.rdc.ab.ca 119 CERTIFICATE & DIPLOMA PROGRAMS

THTR 140 Acting I We will work with you in setting individual goals directed toward THTR 141 Acting II employment, interpersonal and independence skill development. THTR 150 Theatre Artist Studio I THTR 151 Theatre Artist Studio II Admission Requirements THTR 160 Devising Theatre ENGL 219 Language and Literature To be accepted into the program, you must INTD 241 Wellness & Lifestyle Management • Be 18 years of age or over. • Complete the application package and assessment. Year 2 • Have a personal interview with Department members. THTR 200 Theatre Research and Development III • Have previous work experience, through work experience THTR 210 The Business of Theatre III training or a previous job. THTR 220 The Expressive Body III • A sincere desire to acquire employment skills through THTR 230 The Expressive Voice III community based work experiences. THTR 240 Acting III THTR 250 Theatre Artist Studio III THTR 251 Theatre Artist Studio IV Course Length THTR 260 Creative Fusion 10 months (September to June) INTD 321 Contemporary Art in Process I One Approved option Program Content 1. Jobsite Skills Training Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 You will be involved in Workplace Skills Training three days a week For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to providing you with the opportunity to work directly with employers www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. and their staff within Red Deer businesses.

Study Tour(s) Training programs and placements are individualized to meet your learning needs, interests and employment goals. Although Each year RDC offers optional Study Tours to world theatre centres instructors in the program work closely with you and the employer (London, New York, Toronto, etc.). Students may wish to budget for to assist in training and provide feedback on your progress, TVP $3000-3500/trip for these optional opportunities. students are not job coached.

Graduation Requirements You will be involved in several placements throughout the year to You must pass all courses and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA help you best determine your most suitable employment option. of 2.00. Work experience courses include: TVOC 013 Jobsite Skills Training I TVOC 017 Jobsite Skills Training II TVOC 018 Block Practicum

2. Classroom Courses Transitional Vocational Courses teach and review basic functional skills, attitudes, and knowledge related to employment and daily living. These include: TVOC 010 Self Awareness Program TVOC 011 Vocational Preparation TVOC 012 Recreation and Community Living School of Education Associate Dean TVOC 014 Interpersonal Skills E-mail: [email protected] TVOC 015 Skills for Employment Local calls: 403.342.3400 TVOC 016 Skills for Independence Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 The Program For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to This program offers employment readiness and job skills training www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. to adults with developmental disabilities. If you spent most of your school years in modified classes or left school early because of Funding is provided through the Skills Investment Program, Alberta educational difficulties, you may be interested in this program. Human Services. Call Janice Findlay at (403)342-3113 for details.

This program focuses on teaching useful work skills, attitudes and behaviours. You will be prepared for a job in the community through classroom instruction and on-site job training.

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Note: Students with Study Permits that are admitted to a program that has a practicum or clinical placement in childcare, primary/ Unit Clerk secondary school teaching or health service field occupations must complete their Medical Authorization as required by Citizenship and Donald School of Business - Downtown Immigration Canada one month prior to the start of classes. Associate Dean Trevor Thomas E-mail: [email protected] Program Content UNIT 100 Computer Skills Local calls: 403.342.3400 UNIT 101 Speed Building Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 UNIT 102 Medical Terminology UNIT 103 Processing Medical Orders The Program UNIT 105 Preceptored Practice This program provides opportunities to develop the skills and UNIT 106 Exploring the Role of the Unit Clerk attributes to efficiently operate in the management and coordinating UNIT 107 Essential Communication Skills for Unit position of a unit clerk. It is imperative that, as a key team player, the Clerks unit clerk has highly developed communication and interpersonal skills with proficiency in stress and time management. The program promotes and encourages extensive student involvement as most Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to activities are interactive and the learning is experiential. www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates. Related Careers This program prepares the graduate to work in hospital, long term Recognition of Prior Learning/ Experience Students may receive Recognition of Prior Learning in some care, and other health related institutional settings as a Unit Clerk courses where the learning of skills, knowledge or competencies or Unit Secretary to provide clerical support to patient care units. It has been acquired through work, formal and informal education or includes instruction in computer applications, medical terminology, training, or self study. Recognition of Prior Learning is applicable in and the various roles of the Unit Clerk. UNIT 100 and UNIT 101. Further information is available at www.rdc.ab.ca/rpl/. Application forms for Recognition of Prior Admission Requirements Learning are available through the Office of the Registrar. A) Academic Requirements 1. a. ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2 or equivalent OR Graduation Requirements b. A minimum score at the 50th percentile on the English Successful completion of all required courses. component of the College Board Placement Test and a score of 2-3 on a writing sample. 2. Two tests to assess keyboarding speed of 20wpm with 3 errors or less B) Preceptorship Requirements Immunization Records to be completed prior to commencement of preceptorship. Visual Art Associate Dean Note: In addition to the program admission requirements Dr. Peter Fielding applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate E-mail: [email protected] English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the Local calls: 403.342.3400 Academic Calendar for further information. Toll Free: 1.888.732.4630 Note: While not an admission requirement for the program, applicants are advised that they will be required to provide a Two-Year Diploma Program Police Information Check (also known as a Criminal Record Check) and Vulnerable Sector Check to most agencies where they will Related Careers be placed for practicum experiences. The existence of police This program emphasizes the importance of a general foundation information or a criminal record may prevent practicum placement, in art. Most related careers in art require further studies beyond two program completion, professional licensure and therefore affect years, either at university or art college. Employment in specialized future employment prospects. It is the decision of each agency or art fields can be very competitive making the strength of your basic institution to accept or reject a student for placement or observation education very important. experience based on the results of the police information check.

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The following employment-related fields require a general art Admission Requirements foundation, followed by more specialized training, ending in a four- 1. High School Diploma with no grade below 50% in ELA 30-1 or year undergraduate degree or Master’s degree. ELA 30-2 OR Fine Art - sculpture, painting, ceramics, photography, and drawing 2. Mature Student Crafts Design - ceramics, textiles, glass, and jewellery You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school at least Commercial Design - lay-out, illustration, display, model-making, one full year before the program starts, and have a minimum of and photography 50% in ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2, or a minimum of 50th percentile Environmental Design - architectural, urban, environmental, and on the English component of the College Board Placement test industrial design (written on campus) Photography - creative, commercial, industrial, and freelance Art Education - secondary and post-secondary Note: In addition to the program admission requirements Other - art galleries, framing shops, etc. applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate English language proficiency. Refer to the Admission section of the The Program Academic Calendar for further information. All of our visual art instructors are professional practicing artists. We offer state-of-the-art studio spaces fully equipped for ceramics, Program Content sculpture, painting, drawing, and design. Year 1 ART 101/ART 101 Visiting Artists The program offers you a concentrated visual arts foundation in a ART 201/ART 203 Art History I and II two year time span. ART 231/ART 233 Visual Fundamentals I & II ART 241/ART 243 Drawing I and II The first year emphasizes experience in drawing, painting, design, ART 251 Two Dimensional Studies-Painting I ceramics, sculpture, art history, and English. A broad range of visual ART 261 Three Dimensional Studies-Ceramics I experiences will help you form a visual arts vocabulary and master ART 281 Three Dimensional Studies-Sculpture I skills in composition and technical areas. English One term course (level determined by entry qualifications) The second year of the program emphasizes creative growth, visual Year 2 maturity in studio work. You will also be introduced to studies in ART 101/ART 101 Visiting Artists the humanities as well as allowing you to experience open options ART 310/ART 311 Professional Practice I and II to broaden your education.. ART 341/ART 343 Drawing III and IV One-term academic option Transfer Features English One-term course (university level) You may transfer up to 20 course equivalents taken at Red Deer Two-term University transfer academic option (preferably a 300 College to the University of Alberta, University of Calgary, University level Art History). of Lethbridge, the Alberta College of Art and Design, NSCAD Two electives from the following full-year studio courses: University, and the Emily Carr University of Art and Design. The ART 351/ART 353 Painting II and III Visual Art diploma is also transferable to most other Canadian ART 361/ART 363 Ceramics II and III universities and art colleges. ART 381/ART 383 Sculpture II and III

Transfer requirements vary from one university to another. See the Alberta Transfer Guide for detailed transfer policies. Program Cost Estimates - 2016/2017 For the most current Program Cost Estimates, go to www.rdc.ab.ca/program-cost-estimates.

Graduation Requirements You must pass all courses (26 courses, 64 total credits) and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00.

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Expand your horizons with the School of Continuing Education! Computers and IT Programs: Build your career and gain personal fulfillment with a wide range • Adobe Software Training of certificate programs, seminars and professional development • Accounting and AutoCAD Training courses. These non-credit offerings provide opportunities for • Customized Systems and Information Technology Training workplace skills development, career enhancement and personal • Digital Photography growth. • Google Docs Training • Microsoft Windows and Office Course guides are available each year in July and December. Please • Online Certifications call 403.356.4900 for your copy or visit rdc.ab.ca/ • Social Media and E-marketing continuing-education to learn more. Arts Programs The School of Continuing Education provides training programs The School of Continuing Education offers a variety of art courses, for lifelong learners wishing to upgrade their skills. Programs are workshops and camps. Superb instructors, facilities and equipment responsive to the changing needs of businesses and industries and provide exceptional learning opportunities for students of all ages help individuals and organizations keep current in changing and experience levels. business environments. Programs are learner-centered and designed to be accessible, relevant, practical and convenient. The Visual and Performing Arts Programs: School of Continuing Education also provides testing services, • Adult Concert Band Workshop conference and event services, and customized training services for • Alberta Band Association Provincial Festival of Bands groups and businesses that can be delivered in-house, on-campus • Conservatory of Music Lessons (group and private) or online. • The Nutcracker Ballet • Series Summer Arts School (adults) Business and Industry Programs • Summer Camps (youth and teens) Industry and Trades Programs: • Symphonic Winds and Big Band • B-Pressure Testing • Blue Seal Training Fitness & Wellness Programs • CWB Testing The central Alberta Be Fit For Life Centre is located in the heart • Enform Training of Red Deer College. The Be Fit For Life Centre supports and • Master Electrician encourages healthy lifestyles throughout Central Alberta with • Occupational Health and Safety fitness programs, services and activities such as: • Power Engineering • Adult Fitness Programs • Pre-Employment Trades • Community and School Programs • Transportation Safety Director • Fitness Appraisals • .Fitness Leadership and Coaching Certification Business and Leadership Programs: • Nutrition Services • Advanced Management • P.A.R.E Testing • Human Resource Management • Personal Training and Exercise Program Design • Leadership Development • Worksite Wellness Initiatives • Management Skills for Supervisors • Youth Sports Programs • Non-Profit Management • Online Certifications • Project Management • Supply Management

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Summer at RDC General Interest At RDC, there is a CAMP for that – Music, Sport, Visual Art, Dance, The School of Continuing Education also offers a variety of courses Science, Film, Video Game Design, Trades, and even and programs for general interest and personal growth, including: Cooking! Red Deer College summer camps offer exceptional • Languages and Study Tours instructors, first-rate facilities and the chance for kids and • Health and Community Service teens to engage in new activities while creating lasting friendships. • Digital Photography

Cooking Camps: Certificates and Training • Junior Chefs on Campus Earn a certificate to jump-start or advance your career! The School of Continuing Education’s certificate programs provide you with Performing Art Camps: a critical tool kit for the most in-demand business areas today. • Adventures in Summer Music Gain immediate hands-on knowledge, resume-boosting skills and • Animation Camp personal fulfillment at an accredited post-secondary institution • Artstrek Summer Theatre with instructors who are experts in their fields. • Game Design Camp • MusiCamp Alberta All certificate programs are reviewed on a regular basis to ensure • Summer Ballet Intensive they continue to meet the needs of learners and businesses • Camp through clear learning outcomes and flexible delivery.

Science Camps: Accounting: • Astro Adventures • Payroll Compliance Practitioner • Beyond Boundaries • Professional Bookkeeping • Early Minds & Activity • Medi Camp Business & Leadership: • Mini Astro • Advanced Management • Munchkins Techy • Customer Research • Natural Sciences • Customer Service • RoboGirls • Human Resource Management • Science Discovery • Leadership Development • SCI Spy • Management Skills for Supervisors • Techy & Robotics • Non-Profit Management • U Rock Girl • Project Management • Wacky Investigators • Supply Management

Sport Camps: Computers & IT: • All Sport Camp • Data Analysis • Girls Adventure Trek • Digital Photography • Kings & Queens • Kings & Queens Badminton Health & Community Service: • Kings & Queens Soccer • Alberta Senior Communities and Housing Association Activity • Kings & Queens Coordinator • Mini Racquet • Alberta Senior Communities and Housing Association Site • Speed, Power & Agility Manager • Wacky Adventures Industry & Trades Trades Camps: • Pre-Employment Trades • Trades Sampler • Transportation Safety Director • Soapbox Racer • U of A Occupational Health & Safety

Visual Art Camps: Marketing & Social Media • Series Summer Arts School (adults) • eMarketing Esentials • SummerScapes • Managing Social Media Platforms • Mobile Marketing • Presentation Media • Social Media for Business • Video Marketing

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Training & Education Conference Services • Online Teaching Located in the heart of Central Alberta, Red Deer College is the • Teacher Adults premier destination for all your event and conference needs. The unique setting offers state-of-the-art venues that suit all your needs. Professional Certifications: • Fitness Leadership (AFLCA) You can expect sophisticated facilities, world-class service, excellent • Coaching (NCCP) food and beverage, cutting-edge equipment and second-to-none • First Aid and CPR attention to detail.

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In this section, courses are listed to show what is normally offered at Practicum - a learning activity aimed at combining theory with practical Red Deer College. Some courses are not offered every year. Check the experience. timetable to see if specific courses will be offered. Field Work - an educational experience involving work of a practical nature acquired by students in a work situation. Each course is identified by the name of the subject, followed by a course number and a course weight. The instructor/student contact hours are also shown as well as the number of weeks the course Instructor/Student Contact Hours The figures in brackets following the course title and number show normally lasts, the title of the course, and a brief description. the number of contact hours per week. The first figure is the number Example: of class hours. The last figure is the number of lab hours. Seminar hours ACCT 206-3 (BC=4) are identified with an S. Practicum, Clinical and Fieldwork are usually (3-1) 15 weeks expressed as total hours. Auditing ACCT name of the subject, often an abbreviation (3-0) Three hours of classes per week. No labs. 206 the course number which gives the course a (3-3) Three hours of classes and three hours of labs unique identity per week. -3 the number which follows the dash is the (0-3) No classes. Three hours of labs per week. course credit weight (3-1S-3) Three hours of classes, 1hour of seminar, and (BC=4) the number of billing credits three hours of labs per week. (3-1) theinstructor/student contact hours per week; (3/2) Classes on alternate weeks 3 hours of class and 1 hour of lab 15 weeks the number of weeks the class runs Course Length Auditing the title of the course Length of courses may vary, see timetable for length of courses. A term usually lasts 15 weeks, including the exam period. Courses lasting Assignment of Academic Credits, or Credit Weight, 15 weeks are called term courses. to Courses Some courses last two terms, or 30 weeks. This includes two exam Course credits are a measure of learning opportunities based on periods, one at the end of each term. These courses usually run from the number and type of instructional hours or equivalent learning September to April. They are called full courses. experiences. For Red Deer College Diploma and Certificate courses, academic credits are normally equal to billing credits. For courses in University Transfer Programs, academic credits are normally equal to the Prerequisites and Co-requisites credit given at university. This is usually equal to the number of lecture Courses listed as prerequisites must be completed before you start the hours. course in question. For example, BIOL 297 lists Biology 30 or equivalent as prerequisite. This means that you must complete Biology 30 or Definitions equivalent before you can take BIOL 297. Courses listed as co-requisites must be taken at the same time as the course in question. Credit - The equivalent of 15 hours of class instruction. (Example: 1 hour per week for 15 weeks including the final exam period. Note: You usually have to complete a junior course in the same subject Course - A series of learning opportunities within a specific subject area before you can take a senior course. This is true even if it is not listed as a to which a final grade is assigned. prerequisite. If you wish to register in a 300-level course without having Courses have a variety of learning opportunities, among which are the taken at least one 200-level course in the same subject, check with an following: advisor.

Class - a series of learning activities aimed at acquiring theory. Restricted Courses i) Activities in the class are directed by the instructor OR Some courses are available only if you are admitted to a certain program. ii) Context based Learning Lab - a series of structured learning activities to facilitate the application Reserved Courses of concepts, theories and principles. Some courses are available first to students in a certain program. Once most students have registered, these courses are opened to all students. Seminar/Tutorial - a series of structured learning activities aimed at further exploration and application of concepts, theories and principles. You can find information on restricted and reserved courses in the Clinical - a series of learning activities aimed at applying theory in College Timetable. prescribed clinical experiences.

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accounting for organizational resources and ACCT 210-3 (BC=4) Accounting equities, preparing and analysing financial (3-0-1) 15 weeks statements, and reporting to owners, Intermediate Financial Accounting II ACCT 102-4 (BC=4) creditors, and other external decision This course provides an in-depth analysis of (4-0) 15 weeks makers. accounting theory and principles related to Introductory Accounting I Note: Designed for Second Year Commerce the reporting of short-term and long-term Theory and practice of accounting as Students. liabilities, leases, pensions, corporate applied to the accumulation, external Credit will not be granted for both ACCT income taxes, shareholders’ equity, complex reporting, and external uses of financial 102/ 103 and 202. financial instruments, earnings per share, accounting information. the cash flow statement, and accounting Credit will not be granted for both ACCT ACCT 204-3 (BC=3) changes and error analysis. International 102 and 202. (3-0) 15 weeks Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Managerial Accounting and Accounting Standards for Private ACCT 103-4 (BC=4) ACCT 204 covers the same topics as ACCT Enterprises (ASPE) relating to recognition, (4-0) 15 weeks 104 in more depth and adds several measurement, and financial statement Introductory Accounting II additional topics. presentation of liabilities and equity are Preparing and analysing accounting Prerequisite: ACCT 103 or 202. addressed. information for shareholder and Credit will not be granted for both ACCT Prerequisite: ACCT 209 or consent of the management use. 104 and 204. Donald School of Business. Prerequisite: ACCT 102. Bachelor of Commerce students must take Credit will not be granted for both ACCT ACCT 204. Diploma students may take ACCT 214-3 (BC=3) 103 and 202. either ACCT 104 or 204. (3-0-0) 15 weeks Computer Accounting Applications ACCT 104-3 (BC=3) ACCT 205-3 (BC=3) This course utilizes a hands-on approach to (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks applying accounting knowledge through Managerial Accounting Cost Accounting the use of pre-packaged accounting Using accounting information for This course examines various costing software. Students will use software managerial decision making, operating and methods and analytical tools used by modules to perform accounting cycle capital budgets, and product costing. management accountants to provide functions, including set-up and ongoing Prerequisite: ACCT 102. information and recommendations relevant maintenance and prepare related financial Credit will not be granted for both ACCT to short-term and long-term decision reports. 104 and 204. making. Prerequisites: ACCT 102 or 202, BADM Diploma students may take either ACCT 104 Prerequisite: ACCT 204 or consent of the 210 or consent of the Donald School of or 204. Bachelor of Commerce must take Donald School of Business. Business. ACCT 204 (and may not take ACCT 104). ACCT 209-3 (BC=4) ACCT 305-3 (BC=4) ACCT 106-4 (BC=4) (3-0-1) 15 weeks (3-1-0) 15 weeks (3-2) 15 weeks Intermediate Financial Accounting I Personal and Corporate Taxation Management Accounting and Finance This course examines issues and problems This course covers Canadian income tax Using accounting information for related to GAAP for income determination laws affecting individuals and corporations. managerial decision making. Budgeting, and revenue recognition. International Topics include the computation of financial forecasting and analysis, and an Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) individual and corporate income tax, introduction to corporate finance. and Accounting standards for Private taxable income, taxes payable, corporate Prerequisite: ACCT 102. Enterprises (ASPE) relating to recognition, distributions, taxation of capital gains, and Credit will not be granted for both ACCT measurement, and financial statement the preparation of corporate and personal 104 and 106. presentation of assets are addressed. tax returns. Prerequisites: ACCT 103 or 202 or consent of Prerequisite: ACCT 210 or consent of the ACCT 202-3 (BC=5) the Donald School of Business. Donald School of Business. (5-0) 15 weeks Introductory Financial Accounting Postulates, principles of accounting relating to external reporting, and uses of financial accounting information. Emphasis is on

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ACCT 306-3 (BC=4) APRO 126-6 (BC=6) (3-1-0) 15 weeks Administrative (6-0) 15 weeks Auditing Professional Basic Accounting This course examines the role of the internal Learn the fundamentals of accounting or external auditor in business and explores APRO 100-3 (BC=3) through hands-on experience. Apply the legal and ethical environment of (3-0) 15 weeks accounting principles in manual and auditing. Emphasis is placed on methods Information Processing automated environments. and procedures used in auditing and This is a hands on introduction to computer reporting as they relate to specific financial concepts, systems, and terminology using APRO 130-3 (BC=3) statement areas such as assets, liabilities, Microsoft Windows and Word. Course work (3-0) 15 weeks equities, revenues, and expenses. Other covers electronic file management and Office Systems I topics covered include internal control, basic Word skills. Learn current office practices in records risk and materiality, the audit of fraud, and management, handling telephone calls, auditing in a computer environment. APRO 101-3 (BC=3) and mail procedures. Develop speed and Prerequisite: ACCT 210 or consent of the (3-0) 15 weeks accuracy on an electronic calculator while Donald School of Business. Spreadsheet Fundamentals learning basic business math. This course will provide students with ACCT 308-3 (BC=4) hands-on training in the basic/intermediate APRO 131-3 (BC=3) (3-1-0) 15 weeks operations of M icrosof t Excel. Topics (3-0) 15 weeks Advanced Managerial Accounting covered include creating and formatting Office Systems II This course examines advanced worksheets and charts, writing formulas, Explore the systems, procedures and management accounting practices performing what-if analysis, and using technology of the contemporary office. designed to help managers formulate and financial functions. Complete an office simulation package. implement new strategies, motivate and APRO 102-3 (BC=3) Prerequisites: APRO 130, APRO 110 and evaluate organizational performance, and (3-0) 15 weeks APRO 100. achieve operational excellence. This course Computer Essentials emphasizes current management Learn how to create a database, research APRO 135-3 (BC=3) accounting practices within a variety topics using the Internet, identify the (3-0) 15 weeks of business environments using a case basic components of a computer Introduction to Industry Sectors approach. These practices include the system, troubleshoot hardware and Assist the studentsin determining an theory of constraints, activity-based software problems, prepare an electronic industry sector for practicum and workforce management, cost-based decision presentation, and use a variety of Internet employment. Increase the students’ making, and the balanced scorecard. and distance delivery tools. awareness and understanding of the Prerequisite: ACCT 205 or consent of the industries within Alberta. Create an effective Donald School of Business. APRO 110-3 (BC=3) resume, cover letter, and portfolio. Develop (3-0) 15 weeks interview skills. ACCT 310-3 (BC=4) Document Processing I (3-1-0) 15 weeks For those with little or no previous APRO 160-3 (BC=3) Advanced Financial Accounting keyboarding skills. Learn to touch key (3-0) 15 weeks This is a senior level course in financial the alphabetic keyboard. Emphasis is on Personal Leadership accounting, which covers the following areas: building skills through proper technique. Individual effectiveness. Topics include: intercompany investments, joint ventures, attitude, perception, goal setting, accounting for not-for-profit organizations, APRO 111-3 (BC=3) organization, stress and time management, and translation of foreign currency (3-0) 15 weeks creative thinking, adaptability, self-concept transactions and financial statements. Document Processing II and interpersonal communication. Prerequisite: ACCT 210 or consent of Donald OADM 110 continued. Emphasis on building Complete a class project. School of Business. speed and accuracy and on the production of mailable business correspondence. APRO 170-3 (BC=3) A variety of advanced Word features are (120 hours) 6 weeks explored including mail merge, sorting and Practicum selecting, fill-in forms, tables, and columns to Application of technical and administrative produce visually appealing and professional- skills through employment in an office setting. looking documents. Prerequisite: A minimum GPA of 2.00 with Prerequisites: APRO 100, 110. no grade lower than D in the Administrative Professional Certificate fall and winter term courses.

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APRO 200-3 (BC=3) ANTH 203-3 (BC=3) ANTH 308-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Desktop Publishing - Online Delivery Introduction to Anthropology Introduction to Linguistic Anthropology With an emphasis on desktop publishing, Provides a general introduction to Language and communication in the this course will build on word processing Anthropology through the study of central context of anthropology. A brief survey techniques and will explore the advanced concepts and key issues, including culture, of field and analytic methods. Theory of features and applications of a current human cultural development, biological linguistic anthropology. word processing program, a presentation evolution, social organization, cultural Prerequisite: ANTH 201 or ANTH 203, or program and a desktop publishing theory, symbolic systems and culture consent of the Department. program. change. Prerequisite: APRO 100 and APRO 111 or Note: You cannot receive credit for ANTH ANTH 309-3 (BC=3) VA 100 or equivalent. 203 if you have previously taken either (3-0) 15 weeks ANTH 200 or 201. Introduction to Physical Anthropology APRO 220-3 (BC=3) Human evolution and human variation. (3-0) 15 weeks ANTH 204-3 (BC=3) Topics include primatology, osteology, Automated Accounting - Online Delivery (3-0) 15 weeks hominoid palaeontology, and variation in Emphasis is on automated accounting Global Citizenship modern populations. procedures and systems. Data entry, A survey of basic elements of global Prerequisite: ANTH 200 or ANTH 203, or generating and analyzing reports and citizenship. Central concepts to building consent of the Department. accounting simulations using integrated knowledge and understanding of the accounting software. interconnectedness of human cultures ANTH 321-3 (BC=3) Prerequisites: APRO 123 or APRO126 or will be explored by focusing on topics (3-0) 15 weeks VA 120 or equivalent. including social justice and equity, diversity, Ethnographic Survey of Latin America globalization and interdependence, A survey of cultural traditions of Mexico, the sustainable development, and peace and Caribbean, and Central and South America conflict. as they have evolved since the 16th century. Prerequisite: ANTH 201 or ANTH 203, or Anthropology ANTH 306-3 (BC=3) consent of department. (3-0) 15 weeks Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Introduction to Archaeology ANTH 323-3 (BC=3) Check Course Timetable for availability. The nature, purposes, theory, and methods (3-0) 15 week of anthropological archaeology. Emphasis Ethnographic Survey of Africa ANTH 200-3 (BC=3) is on how past societies are reconstructed Anthropology 323 will survey various (3-0) 15 weeks from archaeological evidence and groups across Africa going from traditional People & Biocultural Evolution the explanation of cultural evolution. foraging groups through to current An examination of people and culture Prerequisite: ANTH 200 or ANTH 203, or industrial societies in Africa. around the world. The focus will be on consent of the Deparment. Prerequisite: ANTH 201 or ANTH 203, or archaeological and physical anthropological consent of the department. components (race, evolution). ANTH 307-3 (BC=3) Note: Do not take ANTH 200 or 201 if you (3-0) 15 weeks ANTH 327-3 (BC=3) have already completed ANTH 203. Introduction to Social and Cultural (3-0) 15 weeks Anthropology Globalization and Indigenous/Cultural ANTH 201-3 (BC=3) Comparing human society and culture, Minorities (3-0) 15 weeks particularly non-Western communities. The survival of indigenous and minority People and Culture Emphasis is on the family, social structure, cultures in various societies. Relationships An examination of people and culture political institutions, religion, and processes among race, class, culture, and politics. around the world. The focus will be on of change. Genocide, ethnocide, and the future cultural anthropological components Prerequisite: ANTH 201 or ANTH 203, or of native peoples in the modern state. (language, culture growth and culture consent of the Department. Prerequisite: ANTH 201 or ANTH 203 or change). consent of the Department. Note: Do not take ANTH 200 or 201 if you have already completed ANTH 203.

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ANTH 330-3 (BC=3) ANTH 363-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Art Technology and Culture Anthropological Perspectives on Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Evolution of tools and techniques. How Religion Check Course Timetable for availability. society adapts to environment through Contemporary anthropological theoretical technology. Relationships between perspectives on indigenous and world ART 101-5 (BC=.5) technology, ideology, and social religions. (0-1) 15 weeks organization. Prerequisite: ANTH 201 or ANTH 203 or Visiting Artists Prerequisite: ANTH 201 or ANTH 203 or consent of the Department. This is a presentation based course consent of the Department. featuring a diverse range of art professionals ANTH 370 (BC=3) who are active in the visual art community. ANTH 331-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks Presentations will contain a variety of (3-0) 15 weeks Special Topics in Archaeology graphic content. Anthropology of Gender Examination of selected topics in Note: This course will be evaluated using a Comparative analysis of gender as a central archaeology and/or biological (physical) credit (pass)/non-credit (fail) grading system feature of social identity and of social anthropology. This course may be repeated based upon 75% attendance. relations of power, with particular reference for credit. Note: Repeat for credit 4 times for 2 credits. to feminist approaches to the exploration of Prerequisites: ANTH 200 or ANTH 203, or To complete their program requirement, women’s experience in their historical and consent of the Department. BFA and Visual Art students must have cultural variety. completed a total of 2 credits in ART 101. Prerequisite: ANTH 201 or ANTH 203, or ANTH 375 (BC=3) Beginning date for ART 101 is Fall 2002. consent of the department. (3-0) 15 weeks Special Topics in Anthropology ART 201-3 (BC=3) ANTH 356-3 (BC=3) Examination of selected topics in social/ (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks cultural anthropology. This course may be Art History I Ethnographic Survey of First Nations of repeated for credit. A survey of Art History from Prehistoric to Canada Prerequisites: ANTH 201 or ANTH 203, or Renaissance. The cultural history of the First Nations consent of the Department. Note: Not eligible for challenge. peoples of Canada including the analysis of the contemporary groups. ANTH 391-3 (BC=4) ART 203-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: ANTH 201 or ANTH 203, or (3-0-3) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks consent of the Department. Human Osteology Art History II This is a comprehensive and intensive A survey of Art History from Renaissance to ANTH 357-3 (BC=3) course on human skeletal material in modern. (3-0) 15 weeks archaeological context. Lectures and Applied Anthropology labs will cover techniques for identifying ART 231-3 (BC=5) Introduction to the practical use of complete and fragmentary skeletal and (4-2) 15 weeks anthropological knowledge and research dental elements, for recognizing the form Visual Fundamentals 2D methods. Includes discussion of the specific and function of soft tissue attachments, on A foundation level, project based studio challenges of practicing anthropology bones and for determining individualizing course that introduces the formal elements outside of academia. characteristics such as age at death and sex. and principles of two dimensional design. Prerequisite: ANTH 201 or 203 or consent of Additional topics include skeletal growth Note: Not eligible for challenge. the Department. and development, the identification of the normal range of variation in human ART 233-3 (BC=5) ANTH 361-3 (BC=3) skeletal anatomy, and distinguishing human (4-2) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks from animal bones. This course should be Visual Fundamentals 3D Peoples & Cultures of Central America considered essential for students planning A foundation level, project based studio Cultural history of the native peoples of future work in the interpretation of modern course that introduces the formal elements Mexico and Guatemala. Contemporary and archaeological human remains or the and principles of three dimensional design. Indian communities. hominid fossil record. Note: Not eligible for challenge. Prerequisite: ANTH 201 or ANTH 203, or Prerequisites: ANTH 309, or a course in consent of the Department. Biology or Zoology, or consent of the Department.

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ART 241-3 (BC=5) ART 305-3 (BC=3) ART 351-3 (BC=5) (4-2) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks (4-2) 15 weeks Drawing I Art History Painting II Basic theory and practice of drawing. European painting, sculpture, and ART 251 continued. A contemporary Note: May include use of life models architecture. The nineteenth century to the approach to painting that develops Note: Not eligible for challenge. end of Impressionism. individual strengths, using a problem solving approach. ART 243-3 (BC=5) ART 306-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: For AU, U of C, U of L, AUC, (4-2) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks B.F.A. program: ART 251, 231, 233 and 243. Drawing II Art History For U of A, B.F.A. program: ART 231, 233, ART 241 continued. Basic theory and Painting, sculpture, and architecture. From the 243, 251, 281. practice of drawing. Emphasis is on analysis end of Impressionism, through the early art Note: May include use of life models. and motivation. movement of the 20th century, to the 1950’s. Note: Not eligible for challenge. Prerequisite: ART 241. Note: May include use of life models. ART 310-1 (BC=2) ART 353-3 (BC=5) Note: Not eligible for challenge. (1-0) 15 weeks (4-2) 15 weeks Professional Practice I Painting III ART 251-3 (BC=5) The exploration and application of ART 351 continued. (4-2) 15 weeks issues, responsibilities, techniques, and Prerequisite: ART 351. Two Dimensional Studies - Painting I systems related to a professional artistic Note: May include use of life models. Introduction to various materials and practice with an emphasis on portfolio Note: Not eligible for challenge. techniques in both traditional and development. contemporary formats. Prerequisites: ART 231, 233, 241, 243, 251, ART 361-3 (BC=5) Note: May include use of life models. 261, 281 or department approval. (4-2) 15 weeks Note: Not eligible for challenge. Ceramics II ART 311-1 (BC=1) Emphasis is on hand building and surface ART 261-3 (BC=5) (1-0) 15 weeks enrichment. Lectures, critiques, and studio (4-2) 15 weeks Professional Practice II practice. Three Dimensional Studies - Ceramics I The exploration and application of issues, Prerequisite: ART 231, 233, 243 and 261. Ceramic process in image and idea. responsibilities, techniques, and systems Note: Not eligible for challenge. Note: Not eligible for challenge. related to a professional artistic practice with an emphasis on proposals, support agencies, ART 363-3 (BC=5) ART 281-3 (BC=5) and contractual and financial matters. (4-2) 15 weeks (4-2) 15 weeks Prerequisite: ART 310 or department Ceramics III Three Dimensional Studies - Sculpture I approval. Further work and study in clay. Kiln firing Sculptural process in image and idea. principles and introduction to throwing. Note: Not eligible for challenge. ART 341-3 (BC=5) Lecture, critiques, and studio practice. (4-2) 15 weeks Prerequisite: ART 361. ART 301-3 (BC=3) Drawing III Note: Not eligible for challenge. (3-0) 15 weeks Theory and practice of drawing. Emphasis is Art History on developing more advanced drawing and ART 381-3 (BC=5) Forms and concepts in art and architecture perception skills. (4-2) 15 weeks in Canada. Early French and English colonial Prerequisite: ART 231, 233, 243. Sculpture II periods to Confederation. Note: May include use of life models. Developing and realizing sculpture using Note: Not eligible for challenge. various techniques and materials. ART 303-3 (BC=3) Prerequisites: FOR U of C, U of L, AUC, B.F.A. (3-0) 15 weeks ART 343-3 (BC=5) Program: ART 231, 233, 243, 281. Art History (4-2) 15 weeks For U of A, B.F.A. Program: ART 231, 233, Forms and concepts in Canadian art and Drawing IV 243, 251/281 architecture from Confederation to modern. Emphasis is on refining technique and Note: Not eligible for challenge. The Group of Seven, Nationalism, resolution of working concepts. Regionalism, development. and more recent Prerequisite: ART 341. Note: May include use of life models. Note: Not eligible for challenge.

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ART 383-3 (BC=5) ART 463-3 (BC=5) (4-2) 15 weeks (4-2) 15 weeks Automotive Service Sculpture III Ceramics EMP 101-4 (BC=4) Further study and work in sculpture. ART 461 continued. (60 class hours) Prerequisite: ART 381. Prerequisite: ART 461. Employment & Communications I Note: Not eligible for challenge. Note: Not eligible for challenge. Introduction to written and oral communication skills with emphasis on ART 441-3 (BC=5) ART 475-3 (BC=5) business style correspondence. Course also (4-2) 15 weeks (4-2) 15 weeks includes WHMIS, Standard First Aid and CPR Drawing Printmaking - Relief Intaglio Certifications. Emphasis is on an individual problem Technology of relief and intaglio printing solving approach. You have more processes. Developing personal imagery, EMP 102-1 (BC=1) responsibility to set visual and conceptual effective visual communication, (15 class hours) parameters and to extend your visual composition, and design. Employment & Communications II inquiry process. Prerequisite: ART 375 and 379 Further practice in written and oral Prerequisite: ART 343. Note: Not eligible for challenge. communication skills with emphasis on Note: May include use of life models problem solving, interview skills and resume Note: Not eligible for challenge. ART 479-3 (BC=5) writing. (4-2) 15 weeks Prerequisite: EMP 101. ART 443-3 (BC=5) Printmaking - Relief Intaglio (4-2) 15 weeks ART 475 continued. AUTO 101-2 (BC=2) Drawing Prerequisite: ART 375, 379. (20 class hours, 10 lab hours) ART 441 continued. Note: Not eligible for challenge. Tools and Safety Prerequisite: ART 441. Knowledge and skills required to identify Note: May include use of life models. ART 481-3 (BC=5) and safely use basic hand tools, common Note: Not eligible for challenge. (4-2) 15 weeks power tools, measuring tools and fastening Sculpture devices. ART 451-3 (BC=5) Extending your performance base as it (4-2) 15 weeks relates to ideas, media, and process. AUTO 102-5 (BC=5) Painting Prerequisite: ART 383. (50 class hours, 40 lab hours) Expanding your ability in and knowledge of Note: Not eligible for challenge. Brakes painting concepts and processes. Using and Knowledge and skills required to diagnose handling related media. ART 483-3 (BC=5) and repair master and wheel cylinders, Prerequisite: ART 353. (4-2) 15 weeks disc brakes, drum brakes, brake valves, park Note: Not eligible for challenge. Sculpture brakes and power brakes. ART 481 continued. Pre or Co-requisite: AUTO 101. ART 453-3 (BC=5) Prerequisite: ART 481. (4-2) 15 weeks Note: Not eligible for challenge. AUTO 103-3 (BC=3) Painting (45 class hours, 15 lab hours) ART 451 continued. Electrical I Prerequisite: ART 451. Obtain basic electrical knowledge and Co-requisite: ART 499. Astronomy develop skills required to diagnose and Note: Not eligible for challenge. ASTR 205-3 (BC=3) repair automotive electrical systems. Pre or Co-requisite: AUTO 101. ART 461-3 (BC=5) (3-0) 15 weeks (4-2) 15 weeks The Modern Universe AUTO 104-1 (BC=1) Ceramics A survey of modern astronomy with a focus (6 class hours, 12 lab hours) ART 363 continued. Emphasis is on refining on how our present views of the universe Welding personal imagery in terms of composition developed. Exploring the solar system by Safe use of oxyacetylene and MIG and conception. More in-depth telescope and spacecraft. The birth and death equipment. Acquire basic knowledge and understanding of ceramic techniques. of stars. Variable stars. Interstellar medium. The skills for safe use of gas heating and cutting Prerequisite: ART 363. Milky Way and other galaxies. Pulsars (neutron and MIG equipment. Note: Not eligible for challenge. stars) and supernovae. The concept of a black hole. Exploding galaxies (radio galaxies) Pre or Co-requisite: AUTO 101. and quasars. The evolution of the universe. The possibilities of extraterrestrial life and interstellar communication.

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AUTO 105-1 (BC=1) AUTO 180-1 (BC=1) BIOC 430-3 (BC=3) (20 class hours) (40 practicum hours) (3-0-0) 15 weeks Powertrains and Drivelines Practicum I Nucleic Acids and Molecular Biology Knowledge and skills required to diagnose Provides the student an opportunity to This course is intended to provide students and repair clutches, driveshafts, universal work in a shop setting and job shadow a with a comprehensive introduction to the joints and constant velocity joints. journeyman technician. biochemistry of nucleic acids. It covers: the Pre or Co-requisite: AUTO 101. Pre or Co-requisite: AUTO 101. structure and properties of nucleotides and nucleic acids; DNA based information AUTO 106-1 (BC=1) AUTO 181-2 (BC=2) technologies; genes and chromosome (15 class hours, 10 lab hours) (85 practicum hours) structure; molecular mechanisms in DNA Basic Transmissions Practicum II replication, repair, and recombination; An overview of manual transmission The student will be job shadowing and RNA metabolism; protein synthesis and operation and diagnosis, along with applying skills he or she has learned in the targeting; the regulation of gene expression. automatic transmission service. Automotive Service Program in a shop Prerequisites: BIOC 301, CHEM 212 and Pre or Co-requisite: AUTO 101. setting. 352. Students transferring to the University Prerequisite: AUTO 180. of Alberta with less than a B- in the AUTO 107-4 (BC=4) prerequisite courses will not receive transfer (45 class hours, 25 lab hours) credit for this course. Steering and Suspension Acquire knowledge and develop skills to service and repair steering linkages, Biochemistry suspension systems, wheels, hubs and tires, hydraulic and electric assist steering gears. BIOC 301-3 (BC=3) Biology Prerequisites: AUTO 101. (3-0-0) 15 weeks Introductory Biochemistry (See also Microbiology, Bacteriology, Botany, AUTO 108-5 (BC=5) An introduction to the fundamental Genetics, Physiology, and Zoology.) (45 class hours, 45 lab hours) principles of biochemistry. Protein structure Wheel Alignment and function; lipids and the structure of Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Complements the steering and suspension biological membranes; nucleotides and the Check Course Timetable for availability. course. Learn steering angles, alignment structure of nucleic acids; bioenergetics and procedures, diagnosis and steering column the metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, BIOL 201-3 (BC=4) construction. Use state of the art wheel and nitrogen; the integration and regularion (3-0-3) 15 weeks alignment equipment. of cellular metabolism. Concepts in Biology Pre or Co-requisite: AUTO 101. Prerequisites: CHEM 211 and 251 or CHEM Brief introduction to the philosophy of 351. biology. Unity and diversity. How structure AUTO 109-5 (BC=5) Restrictions: Students may only transfer and func tion complement each other. (45 class hours, 35 lab hours) BIOC 301 or BIOC 393 for credit. Homeostasis. Genetics and evolution. Engine Fundamentals Ecology. Biological basis of behaviour. An overview of basic engine construction BIOC 393-3 (BC=4) Relationship between biology and society. and systems, including diagnosis and repair (3-0-3) 15 weeks Prerequisite: Biology 30. of common failures. Introduction to Biochemical Molecules Prerequisite: AUTO 101. This is essentially the same course as BIOC BIOL 209-3 (BC=3) 301 but has a laboratory. (3-0-0) 15 weeks AUTO 110-2 (BC=2) Prerequisites: CHEM 211 and 251or CHEM Towards a Sustainable Society (30 class hours, 15 lab hours) 351. The emergence of a sustainable worldview Electrical II Restrictions: Students may only transfer involves the emerging of ideas from To obtain further knowledge of electrical BIOC 301 or BIOC 393 for credit. science, religions, and economics. These circuit diagnostics and an overview of ideas are coupled with a movement automotive computer systems. towards integrating mind, body and Prerequisite: AUTO 103. spirit for social change. An experiential approach will be employed to explore our understanding and responses to critical world events and trends that impact our survival and well being. Prerequisite: Biology 30 or Science 30 or Social 30 or equivalent.

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BIOL 217-3 (BC=4) BIOL 317-3 (BC=4) (3-3) 15 weeks (3-3) 15 weeks Botany Introduction to Cell Biology Molecular Genetics and Heredity BOTA 310-3 (BC=4) An introduction to cellular and molecular The chromosomal and molecular basis for (3-3) 15 weeks biology. Topics include: biolog ical the transmission and function of genes. The Plant Kingdom - Vascular Plants macromolecules; membrane structure and The construction of genetic and physical A comparative survey of vascular plants function; cellular structure; bioenergetics maps of genes and genomes. Strategies for focusing on their morphology, classification and energy flow; respiration and the isolation of specific genes. Examples of and phylogeny. Emphasis is placed on living photosynthesis; cell division and the cell regulatory mechanisms for the expression plant groups with some paleobotanical cycle; DNA structure and replication; of the genetic material in prokaryotes and evidence presented. transcription and translation; recombinant eukaryotes. Prerequisite: BIOL 218. DNA and genetic regulation. Note: Credit will not be given for BIOL 317 Prerequisite: Biology 30 & Chem 30. and 297. Note: BIOL 217 and 218 can be taken in Prerequisite: BIOL 217. either order. BIOL 318-3 (BC=4) Business BIOL 218-3 (BC=4) (3-3) 15 weeks (3-3) 15 weeks Principles of Ecology Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Organisms in their Environment Ecology is the scientific study of interactions Check Course Timetable for availability. An introduction to how the diverse between organisms and their environment organisms on this planet have been in a hierarchy of levels of organization: BADM 107-2* (BC=2) affected by their environment and how individuals, populations, communities, (3-1) 15 weeks the current environment is the product of and ecosystems. The course is designed Computer Skills for Business the activities or organisms. The course also to provide a comprehensive survey of BADM 107 is designed to provide students examines how evolution has operated over general concepts that can stand alone or with requisite computing skills to succeed long time periods to produce major groups serve as preparation for advanced courses in BADM 207 Advanced Microcomputers. of organisms and how evolutionary origins in ecology. Laboratory exercises focus on The course consists of three modules; CMPT are reflected in their classification. The the scientific method, experimental design, 071-Introduction to Computers, CMPT principles that underlie our understanding critical thinking and scientific writing. 083.Word Processing I, and CMPT 086. of the major lineages will be discussed Prerequisite: BIOL 218. Spreadsheet Skills I. using examples from bacteria, fungi, *Non-traditional delivery in course. protists, animals, and plants. A description BIOL 399-1.5 (BC=2) of the involvement of organisms in (0-1.5) 15 weeks BADM 110-3 (BC=3) major ecosystem processes leads to an Biology Research Opportunity Program (3-0) 15 weeks evaluation of the stability of those systems Development of skills in biological Introduction to Management and of human impact on the processes. research methods through engagement Learn how to manage organizations in an Prerequisite: Biology 30. in discussions of scientific research, ethical and socially responsible manner Note: BIOL 217 and 218 can be taken in supervised participation in a faculty to maximize productivity within the either order. research project and experience of the constraints of the business environment. research environment in the department. Competency modules include the BIOL 301-3 (BC=3) Prerequisites: BIOL 217 or BIOL 218 and theoretical and applied aspects of planning, (3-0-0) 15 weeks approval of the Department. organizing, leading and controlling. Eukaryotic Cellular Biology A structural and functional dissection of BADM 111-3 (BC=4) a eukaryotic cell. Detection of specific (3-1) 15 weeks molecules at the ultrastructural level: Introduction to Statistics plasma membrane structure and function: The use of statistics and probability in cytoskeleton involvement in intracellular business decision making. Methods of transport, mitosis, and cytokinesis; the collecting, organizing, interpreting, and endomembrane system, protein targeting, presenting data. Measures of central exocytosis and endocytosis; nuclear structure tendency and dispersion. Discrete and and function: cell cycle control and cancer. continuous probability distributions. Prerequisites: BIOL 217. Standard normal distribution. Sampling and Prerequisite or Co-requisite: CHEM 251 or 351. statistical estimation. Testing hypothesis. Credit will not be granted for both BADM 111 and BUS 306.

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BADM 132-3 (BC=3) BADM 232-3 (BC=3) BADM 240-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Introduction to Marketing Business Technology II Personal Selling The activities involved in the flow of goods Students will research, use and evaluate a The role of selling in the business world. and services from the manufacturer to variety of current technologies related to The nature and rewards of selling. Details the c onsumer. A consumer ap p roach to business. Through simulations and projects, of the salesperson’s job and qualifications. marketing is stressed. Decisions on product, the students will gain experience in the Knowledge and skills needed for place, promotion, and pricing. Other related setup, operation and issues of modern successful selling. The sales process. The marketing topics and how they are used to business technology. salesperson’s personal, customer, and social develop policies and strategies. Prerequisite: BADM 210. responsibilities. Prerequisite: BADM 132. BADM 204-3 (BC=3) BADM 233-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks BADM 241-3 (BC=3) Interpersonal Skills Web Development (3-0) 15 weeks Theory and skills of interpersonal relations. This course introduces the students to Marketing Communications Topics include: understanding and coding for the web. Students will learn Emphasis on the concepts and components improving interpersonal relationships, advanced programming in HTML as well as of integrated marketing communications perception, customer service, negotiation introductory concepts in CGI scripting and (IMC) and the management of skills, conflict resolution, giving and XML. strategic and creative components receiving feedback, presentation skills, Prerequisite: BADM 210. involved in developing effective coaching and counselling, interviewing marketing communication campaigns. skills. BADM 234-3 (BC=3) Understanding of target audience (3-0) 15 weeks behavior, communication theories and BADM 210-3 (BC=3) Web Design communication effectiveness concepts will (3-0-0) 15 weeks Students will learn advanced web design be examined. Business Technology I using web authoring tools. Students will Provides an introduction to the efficient be furthering their knowledge of design BADM 242-3 (BC=3) use of information technology applications and web layout by utilizing a variety of (3-0) 15 weeks that are commonly used in a business multimedia development tools. Marketing Research environment for numerical analysis, Prerequisite: BADM 210. Methods of defining problems, collecting presentations, written communications, and data, analysing data, and presenting results file sharing. BADM 235-3 (BC=4) for marketing problems. Research methods (3-1) 15 weeks used in all functions of business. Specific BADM 211-3 (BC=3) Applied Database Development areas of market research, including the (3-0-0) 15 weeks Expands on the construction of simple use of focus groups. Emphasis is on the Management Information Systems database models to those involving marketing function of research. This course focuses on the role of more complex designs that deal with the Prerequisite: BADM 132. information technology in an organization interactions of multiple entities. Focuses on and its application to business problems. using tools that facilitate the development BADM 243-3 (BC=3) Techniques for designing, implementing of user-specific applications on a stable (3-0) 15 weeks and managing information systems are database infrastructure. Complex forms Marketing Surveys presented. Topics covered include and reports and the usage of scripts using Marketing survey theory and skills. hardware and software, file management, SQL or similar languages will be explored. Research project, including designing database organization, networking and Prerequisite: BADM 210. and administering a questionnaire and telecommunications, systems development tabulating and evaluating the project. and design, flowcharting, system security, BADM 238-3 (BC=4) Group and individual work. backup and recovery, and artificial (3-1) 15 weeks Prerequisite: BADM 242. intelligence. Completion of BADM 210 is Electronic Commerce recommended, or consent of the Donald The focus will be on the business strategies BADM 247-3 (BC=3) School of Business. and procedures necessary to use the (3-0) 15 weeks Internet to deliver goods and services Retail Management Prerequisite: CSYS 100 or BADM 207, or An introduction to retail management. BADM 210, or consent of department. Topics such as location analysis, pricing, advertising and promotions, store layout and design, competition evaluation, and staff management will be discussed. Prerequisite: BADM 132. www.rdc.ab.ca 135 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

BADM 249-3 (BC=3) BADM 256-3 (BC=3) marketable securities, such as exchange (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks traded funds and mutual funds, will be Events Management Compensation and Benefits discussed. In particular the risks and returns Theory and practice of planning, Provides a comprehensive framework from investing will be reviewed within implementing, coordinating, marketing for the development of compensation the context of various types of securities and evaluating various types of events strategy and compensation systems by markets. Various theories in behavioral including award ceremonies, convention organizations. Topics include job evaluation, finance are also discussed. planning, trade shows, fundraisers, festivals, compensation surveys, performance Prerequisite: ACCT 103 or 202. seminars, and concerts. pay, stock and profit sharing plans, and Prerequisite: BADM 132 or consent of employee benefits plans. BADM 270-3 (BC=3) department. Corequisite: BADM 281. (3-0) 15 weeks Business Integration BADM 251-3 (BC=3) BADM 258-3 (BC=3) Integration of learning from other courses (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks in the Business Administration program Entrepreneurship Recruitment and Selection and development of strategic thinking. This course develops the tools necessary Design and implement strategic In addition to studying the theory and for both future entrepreneurs and those recruitment and selection initiatives. application of business strategy, students already active in the business community Analyze and develop job requirements, will also run their own companies in a to compete effectively in the world of consider legal issues, and utilize effective competitive business simulation, analyse commerce. Prospective entrepreneurs hiring and training methods. the performance of companies and the will learn how to investigate and evaluate Corequisite: BADM 281. environment, and make presentations to business opportunities, and to acquire the management. skills and knowledge needed to establish BADM 260-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: Completion of all first year new business ventures, as well as, how to (3-0) 15 weeks Business Administration and/or Financial meet the organization’s social responsibility Introduction to Corporate Finance Services diploma courses. to its community. The role of finance in today’s business Prerequisite or Co-requisite: BADM 260 or Note: Designed for BADM students. firms. Cash budgets, financial forecasting BUS 310. Note: Not open to students in the first year and analysis, and sources and uses of Note: Not eligible for challenge or without consent of the department. funds. Effective management of current Advanced Standing. assets, working capital, and fixed assets. BADM 253-3 (BC=3) Capital budgeting and methods of BADM 280-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks evaluating capital projects, with emphasis (3-0) 15 weeks Project Management on discounted cash flow techniques. Class Industrial Relations Designed to explore the basic elements discussion of relevant case problems. Labour relations and collective bargaining. of project management. This includes Prerequisite: FINS 150 and ACCT 102/103 Labour legislation, negotiating and planning, scheduling, maintaining progress or 202, or consent of the Donald School of administering collective agreements, of the activities that comprise a project. Business. and settling disputes. Concepts, theories, By applying knowledge gained to actual Note: Designed for second year Business legislation, history, practices, and current projects, students are able to understand Administration students. trends and issues in the Canadian industrial project life cycles, scheduling, planning, relations system. control and implementation. BADM 261-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: BADM 281. (3-0) 15 weeks BADM 254-3 (BC=3) Financial Management BADM 281-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks The firm’s optimal capital structure. Short- (3-0) 15 weeks Organizational Learning and term, intermediate, and long-term sources Human Resource Management Development of capital funds. Leasing, dividend policy, An introduction to human resource issues Provides students with the theoretical ledgers, and acquisitions. Class discussion of for the employee, supervisor, manager, and concepts as well as practical skills for relevant case problems. human resources staff. Planning, assessing, designing and developing Prerequisite: BADM 260. recruitment, selection, compensation, learning initiatives from a broader performance appraisal, and labour relations organizational and strategic perspective. BADM 262-3 (BC=3) issues will be discussed. Provides an overview to strategic learning (3-0) 15 weeks Note: Designed for BADM students. and development, assessment of Investments Note: Not open to students in the first year learning and development interventions, Practical and theoretical aspects of without consent of the department. and assessment of individual and investing in marketable securities are organizational performance. explored. Stocks, bonds, and other Corequisite: BADM 281.

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BADM 285-3 (BC=3) BADM 327-1* (BC=1) BUS 306-3 (BC=4) (3-0) 15 weeks (2-1) 5 weeks (3-1) 15 weeks Introduction to Tax Planning Quantitative Methods Module For Introduction to Business Statistics I Topics covered include corporations, Accountants The use of statistics and probability in proprietorships, partnerships, taxation of Selected Management Science and business decision making. Methods of various types of income, and property. The statistical topics for Accountants. Topics collecting, organizing, interpreting, and use of tax deferral and tax free structures is include linear programming, statistical presenting data. Measures of central reviewed. Self-employment expenses are decision theory, time series and index tendency and dispersion. Discrete and also covered. numbers. continuous probability distributions. Prerequisite: Completion of first year Prerequisite: BUS 306 or BADM 111 or Standard normal distribution. Sampling and courses in Business Administration Diploma consent of the department. statistical estimation. Testing hypotheses. or Financial Services Diploma or consent of *The successful completion of both BADM Credit will not be granted for both BADM the department. 327 and BUS 307 will enable students to 111 and BUS 306. obtain transfer credit for CGA’s Quantitative BADM 290-3 (BC=3) Methods I. BUS 307-3 (BC=4) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-1) 15 weeks Work Practicum BUS 201-3 (BC=3) Introduction to Business Statistics II This course provides the student with an (3-0) 15 weeks Statistical techniques used in business opportunity to work in a business setting Introduction to Business decision making, analysis of variances, chi- and apply the skills he/she has learned This course covers the foundations for square distribution, non-parametric tests in the Business Administration Program. future courses in the B.Comm. program of hypothesis and multiple regression and Students are required to work at least 90 including accounting, organization correlation analysis. hours (normally unpaid) during the term. behaviour, finance, information systems Prerequisite: BUS 306 or BADM 111. The instructor will assist in finding a suitable and marketing. Cases, group projects and a work placement. computerized business game may be used. BUS 310-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: Completion of the 1st year of (3-0) 15 weeks the Business Administration Program with a BUS 303-3 (BC=3) Introduction to Finance minimum GPA of 2.0. (3-0) 15 weeks Types of securities and basic methods Introduction to Organizational of valuation. Valuation and selection of BADM 320-3 (BC=3) Behaviour physical and intellectual assets. Operation (3-0) 15 weeks An introduction to the factors that influence of asset markets and market efficiency. Selected Topics in Management human behavior in organizations. Topics Risk measures and risk reduction methods. Specialized areas of managerial or include perception, personality, values, Financing policy, including choices entrepreneurial concerns, or both. group behavior, leadership, politics and between debt and equity financing. Functional areas of business, including power. Students will be encouraged to Prerequisite: BUS 306. management, marketing, finance, use this information to better understand Co-requisite: ACCT 202. accounting, and human resources. Course themselves and how they make choices Note: It is strongly recommended that offering and specific topics depend on if an in organizations. Note: Not eligible for student complete ACCT 202 before instructor is available. challenge. registering in BUS 310. Note: It is recommended that diploma BADM 321-3 (BC=3) BUS 305-3 (BC=3) students take FINS 150 prior to BUS 310. (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Selected Topics in Management Organization Theory and Analysis BUS 311-3 (BC=3) Specialized areas of managerial or Organizational structure and processes. (3-0) 15 weeks entrepreneurial concerns, or both. Theoretical models used to analyse and Legal Foundations of the Canadian Functional areas of business, including manage organizations. The context of Economy management, marketing, finance, organization theory. Problems and use of Both the private and public sectors of our accounting, and human resources. Course classical and modern theory. Organization economy rest on a structure of legal and offering and specific topics depend on if an dynamics. social institutions. This course looks at the instructor is available. Prerequisite: BUS 303. Canadian legal system with emphasis on the social policy behind the rules, rather than on the rules of law themselves. Includes the nature, sources, philosophy, and policy objectives of the law. Selected topics from the field of tort and contract law.

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FINS 150-3 (BC=3) FINS 284-3 (BC=3) FINS 321-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Personal Finance Fundamentals of Personal Finance Select Topics in Financial Services Explore personal financial literacy concepts The Fundamentals of Personal Finance Specialized areas of knowledge in financial and their application to managing addresses communication techniques services that allow students to gain a personal finances. Combining theory and and relationship building skills. The broader understanding of the diverse business math concepts learn fundamental course covers preparation, analysis and needs of the financial services industry, its principles of short and long-term financial understanding of personal financial management and its customers. Course planning, investing & retirement, credit, statements; preparing a debt and cash offering and specific topics depend on taxation, risk management and budgeting. management plan; time value of money availability of a qualified instructor with the concepts in financial calculations, and required skills and experience. FINS 250-3 (BC=3) economic theory as it applies to personal (3-0) 15 weeks finance. INTB 410 – 3 (BC=3) Mutual Funds Prerequisite: FINS 180 or consent of (3-0-0) Provides an in depth look at the department. Managing Cultural Difference fundamentals of mutual funds and Learn to apply culturally sensitive models of related investment products in Canada. FINS 286-3 (BC=3) business communication to build effective Students who successfully complete the (3-0) 15 weeks business relationships by analyzing cultural course requirements are eligible to take the Insurance in Canada values of various world cultures, identifying licensing exam administered by an outside Term and whole life, disability, accident, issues of social organization, addressing body. A minimum mark must be achieved critical illness, and creditor insurance dynamics of intercultural communication, on the examination in order to register for a contracts will be studied. The course and negotiating across cultures to assess mutual funds license. will also review how these products are the impact on conducting international Prerequisite or Co-requisite: FINS 150 or underwritten by bank and non-bank business. consent of department. insurers and coordinated with government benefits. INTB 415 – 3 (BC=3) FINS 251-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: FINS 150. (3-0-0) (3-0) 15 weeks International Marketing Management Managing Personal Credit FINS 287-4 (BC=4) Learn the principles of international Overview of the six fundamentals of credit. (4-0) 15 weeks marketing by conducting both quantitative Review various retail credit products Advanced Financial Planning and qualitative research into and analyzing including secured and unsecured loans, Integrates the knowledge and skills gained marketing opportunities in foreign markets. lines of credit and mortgages. Time value in the core curriculum of the major in Develop marketing plans appropriate to of money concepts to calculate loan Financial Services. Students will apply their global marketplace. Make product planning, payments and compare interest costs. Case skills and knowledge in the development of pricing and promotion decisions within studies will be used. a comprehensive financial plan, as well as, an international context and identify Prerequisite: FINS 150. other integrative activities throughout the distribution structures required to plan Co-requisite: BADM 260 or BUS 310 or course. market entry strategies. permission of the instructor. Prerequisites: FINS 250 and 251 or permission of the department. INTB 420 – 4 (BC=4) FINS 280-8 (BC=8) (4-0-0) (8-0) 500 hours over 16 weeks FINS 320-3 (BC=3) Financing International Trade Financial Services Work Experience (3-0) 15 weeks Examine the field of international trade This course provides an opportunity for Select Topics in Financial Services finance. Key topics include trade finance students to work in the financial services Specialized areas of knowledge in financial products and services, payment, risk industry and apply knowledge learned in services that allow students to gain a analysis and management, exchange rates, their first year. Students will be exposed broader understanding of the diverse cash flow planning, export credit agencies, to a variety of entry level positions. This needs of the financial services industry, its and international financial institutions. course offers students paid work experience management and its customers. Course selling personal financial products. Consult offering and specific topics depend on the program coordinator for details. availability of a qualified instructor with the Prerequisite: FINS 180 or consent of required skills and experience. department.

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INTB 425 – 4 (BC =4) INTB 445 – 3 (BC=3) MGMT 215-3 (BC=3) (4-0-0) (3-0-0) (3-0) 15 weeks International Trade Logistics International Market Entry Strategies Entrepreneurship Develop a comprehensive plan for the Understand how to select, assess, and This experiential course develops an movement of goods and services between execute a market entry and exit strategy. understanding of innovation and builds countries to gain a competitive advantage. Develop and write a strategic international awareness of the practical experiences Topics include supply chain management, business plan for a specific product or of entrepreneurs. Students participate in warehouse management, shipment service. Understand and overcome barriers experiential activities and competitions, and consolidation and containerization, to entry. Learn how to find the right partner learn using a practical framework that inter-modal transportation management, and create a partnership agreement and integrates current research, practice and commercial and government how to manage an international business lessons learned from people who have documentation, regulatory compliance, operation. started impactful businesses with limited health and environment issues, resources. transportation and customs clearance. INTB 450 - 6 (Optional) (BC=6) Credit will not be granted for both BADM (270 hours) 7 weeks 251 and MGMT 215. INTB 430 – 3 (BC=3) International Practicum Must be a BBA student or have consent of (3-0-0) * Eligible students can acquire work experience the Donald School of Business. Legal Aspects of International Trade in the international business field through Understand the legal environment of practicum following completion of the MGMT 220-3 (BC=3) international trade, in particular global academic portion of the program. These (3-0) 15 credits trade agreements, international contracts training experiences give students an ideal Interpersonal Communications and partnerships, intellectual property law, way to apply what they have learned in class This course provides an introduction E-commerce, legal aspects concerning and also explore different potential career and overview to aspects of interpersonal transportation of goods, and Canadian paths. communication. Utilizing a mix of theory business and contract law. *Available only to students who have passed and application, the course provides all 10 courses with a minimum cumulative students with opportunities to gain INTB 435 – 4 (BC=4) GPA of 3.0, with no grade below C in any of an understanding of the elements of (4-0-0) the courses. Practicum placements are not interpersonal communication and International Trade Research guaranteed. demonstrate a foundational level of Understand the research process, including knowledge and skill of the application of defining objectives and identifying, MGMT 210-3 (BC=3) interpersonal communication for use in a collecting, analyzing, and presenting data. (3-0) 15 weeks variety of settings. Evaluate import and export opportunities, Project Management Credit will not be granted for both BADM source market information. Apply research This course introduces students to project 204 and MGMT 220. and intelligence from various sources to management. Content includes concepts, Must be a BBA student or have consent of international trade strategies. principles, and the inputs, outputs, tools the Donald School of Business. and techniques necessary to take the INTB 440 – 4 (BC=4) project from inception to completion. MGMT 320-3 (BC=4) (4-0-0) Students will learn, using PMBoK (Project (3-0-1) 15 weeks International Trade Management Management Body of Knowledge), how to Business Statistics II Learn how to manage in a global economy. initiate a project, plan for its completion, This course examines inferential statistical Topics include managing for international monitor and control the project during analysis while emphasizing thinking skills competitiveness and international risk, implementation, and closing the completed and computer literacy. Topics include managing strategic alliances, and managing project. Projects will be developed that are parametric and nonparametric hypothesis a multinational workforce. industry specific and will be used to allow testing procedures. Simple and multiple students to take a project from inception to regression analysis will also be completion. examined and applied to business Credit will not be granted for both BADM situations. The understanding of the 253 and MGMT 210. course material will further be enhanced Must be a BBA student or have consent of through exposure to both manual and the Donald School of Business. computerized methods using current statistical computer software. Prerequisites: BUS 306 or BADM 111. Credit will not be granted for both BUS 307 and MGMT 320. Must be a BBA student or have consent of the Donald School of Business. www.rdc.ab.ca 139 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

MGMT 410-3 (BC=3) MGMT 450-3 (BC=3) MGMT 490-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Global Business Environment Leadership Strategic Management Introduction to the field of international The course offers a balanced integration This capstone course develops the business emphasizing: national economic, of theory and practice of skills generally conceptual and applied skills associated political and cultural differences; accepted as necessary to leaders of small with analyzing a competitive situation globalization; international institutions’ roles enterprises and other organizations. The from a general management point of in facilitating international trade and course is designed to help guide view. It addresses issues affecting the trade agreements; international money individuals in developing specific personal fundamental direction of the firm, considers system; and current trends in international management competencies. Topics include the formulation and implementation of business. Canada’s place within the global problem solving, decision-making, strategy, focuses on the extent to which economy and the challenges Canadian team building, initiating and managing different aspects of the firm fit with key business encounter conducting change, organization, and managing environmental forces, and discusses international business. conflict. The assigned readings and practical the organization’s ability to leverage its Must be BBA student or consent of the exercises and assignments are designed to unique core competencies. The course Donald School of Business. help students foster an appreciation of the views the organization holistically and, as complexity of the issues and factors facing such, goes beyond the mere integration of MGMT 420-3 (BC=3) the organizational leadership process. This specific organizational functions. (3-0) 15 weeks course will help to develop the leadership Prerequisites: BUS 303 or MGMT 450, BADM Operations Management skills that are necessary in students’ personal 132, BADM 281, ACCT 104 or ACCT 204, This course is a survey of the decision and professional roles BADM 260 or BUS 310. processes in production and operations Prerequisite: BADM 281. Must be a BBA Prerequisite or Corequisite: MGMT 420. Must management, and the relationship to student or have consent of the Donald be a BBA student or have consent of the other business areas. Topics covered School of Business. Donald School of Business. include forecasting, product and service design, capacity planning, waiting line MGMT 460-3 (BC=3) models, facility location and layout, process (3-0) 15 weeks selection, design of work systems, linear Change Management optimization, quality inspection and This course provides students with an Career and Academic control, life cycle management, inventory understanding of how HR professionals Preparation Courses management, aggregate planning, material effectively identify, guide, and implement requirements planning, project operations changes within an organization. Topics See page 198. management, and operations scheduling. include: change agents, barriers to Prerequisite: BUS 306 or BADM 111. Must change, and employee communication be a BBA student or have consent of the strategies during times of transition. Donald School of Business. Students will explore the concept of coaching employees through transitions Chemistry MGMT 430-3 (BC=3) and effectively aligning change to an (3-0) 15 weeks organization’s strategic intent. Note: You must have a lab coat and safety Business Plan Development Prerequisite: BADM 110. Must be a BBA glasses to take part in chemistry labs. Students will be able to prepare and student or have consent of the Donald You can buy these items at the College present a solid business plan for a new School of Business. Bookstore. Please note that contact lenses or existing enterprise. Areas covered are not permitted in the labs. will include identifying and assessing MGMT 470-3 (BC=3) Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. opportunities, developing a winning (3-0) 15 weeks Check Course Timetable for availability. strategy, identifying resource requirements Corporate Social Responsibility and selling the plan to financing sources. This course deals with the interrelationship CHEM 203-3 (BC=4) Prerequisite: BADM 110, BADM 132, ACCT of corporate social responsibility, corporate (3-1S-3/2) 15 weeks 104 or 204. Must be a BBA student or have integrity, organizational culture, corporate Introductory University Chemistry I consent of the Donald School of Business. strategy and organizational management/ Stoichiometry, ideal gases, atomic structure leadership. Topics covered may include: and bonding, thermochemistry, chemical fair-trade and globalization and other equilibrium, acids and bases, buffers, converging and emerging ideas about the titrations. continuing evolution of CSR. Prerequisite: Chem 30 or equivalent, Math Prerequisite: BUS 303 or MGMT 450. Must 30-1. be a BBA student or have consent of the Co-requisite: MATH 202 (203 or 212) Donald School of Business. Note: For Engineering students.

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CHEM 205-3 (BC=4) Note: Students normally take CHEM 251 CHEM 351-3 (BC=4) (3-1S-3/2) 15 weeks after receiving credit in CHEM 211, although (3-1S-3) 15 weeks Introductory University Chemistry II CHEM 211 is not a prerequisite. CHEM 352 is Organic Chemistry I Titration curves, solubility and complex ion a continuation of CHEM 251. You can only An introduction to the chemistry of equilibria, entropy and Gibbs energy, get credit for one of CHEM 241 and 251. carbon compounds. The molecular chemical kinetics, electrochemistry, Note: This course is restricted to pre- structure, nomenclature, reactions, reaction bonding and structure. pharmacy students or departmental mechanisms and stereochemistry of Prerequisite: CHEM 203. approval. You will only receive credit for hydrocarbons, and some functional groups Co-requisite: MATH 204 or 213. one of CHEM 241, CHEM 251 and CHEM including haloalkanes, alcohols, thiols, 351. ethers and epoxides. Important organic CHEM 211-3 (BC=4) compounds related to industry, agriculture (3-1S-3) 15 weeks CHEM 291-3 (BC=3) and everyday use are introduced. Introductory University Chemistry I (3-0) 15 weeks Prerequisites: CHEM 203 or CHEM 211. Stoichiometry, ideal gases, atomic structure Applying Chemistry to Society and the Note: You can only get credit for one of and bonding, thermochemistry, chemical Environment: A Gentle Introduction for CHEM 241, CHEM 251 and CHEM 351. equilibrium, acids and bases, buffers, Non-Science Majors titrations. Topics will include the chemistry of CHEM 352-3 (BC=4) Prerequisite: Chem 30, Math 30-1. global warming, depletion of the ozone (3-1S-3) 15 weeks layer, air and water pollution, alternative Organic Chemistry II CHEM 212-3 (BC=4) fuels, nuclear fission and fusion, This course is a continuation of CHEM (3-1S-3) 15 weeks nutritional chemistry, illegal drugs and 251 or CHEM 351. Nomenclature, physical Introductory University Chemistry II pharmaceuticals, polymers and plastics, properties, stereochemistry, synthesis, and Titration curves, solubility and complex ion superconductors and semiconductors, reaction of aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic equilibria, entropy and Gibbs energy, metal refinement and corrosion, etc.. acids and derivatives, carbohydrates, amino chemical kinetics, electrochemistry, Prerequisite: Science 30 or equivalent. acids, proteins and amines. Chemistry of bonding and structure. Note: B.Sc. students cannot take this course biomolecules. Use of spectroscopic tools. Prerequisite: CHEM 211. for credit. Industrial, environmental and biological implications. CHEM 241-3 (BC=4) CHEM 311-3 (BC=4) Prerequisite: CHEM 251 or CHEM 351. (3-0-3) 15 weeks (3-0-4) 15 weeks Introductory Bio-Organic Chemistry Quantitative Analysis I CHEM 370-6 (BC=8) Structures, bonding, functional groups, Principles, methods, and experimental (3-3) 30 weeks reactivity, properties, synthesis, biological applications. Solution l equilibria, titrimetry, Elementary Physical Chemistry chemistry, natural occurrence, and uses of volumetric laboratory skills and evaluating Gas laws. The laws of thermodynamics. hydrocarbons, alcohols, phenols, sulfur and experimental data are emphasized. Calorimetry. Phase equilibria, chemical halogen compounds, carbonyl compounds, Examples of organic and inorganic analysis. equilibria, and solution theory. amines, and carbohydrates. Prerequisite: CHEM 212. Electrochemistry. Kinetic molecular theory. Prerequisite: Chemistry 30 (minimum 75% Chemical kinetics. Catalysis. strongly recommended). CHEM 313-3 (BC=4) Prerequisites: CHEM 212 or equivalent, Note: You can only get credit for one of (3-0-4) 15 weeks MATH 204 or equivalent. CHEM 241, 251, and 351. Quantitative Analysis II CHEM 311continued. Principles, methods CHEM 251-3 (BC=4) and experimental applications of (3-1S-3) 15 weeks separation techniques, atomic and Introductory Organic Chemistry I molecular spectrometry, electrochemistry, Classics An introduction to the chemistry of carbon and evaluation of experimental data. compounds. Nomenclature, physical Examples of organic and inorganic analysis. CLAS 209-3 (BC=3) properties, stereochemistry and reactions Use of analytical literature. (3-0) 15 weeks of hydro carbons, alcohols, thiols, alkyl Prerequisite: CHEM 311. Early World History I halides, ethers and epoxides. Use of organic For description, see under HISTORY courses. molecules in industry and biology. Prerequisite: Chem 30. CLAS 320-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks Roman History For description, see under HISTORY courses.

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COMM 140-3 (BC=3) COMM 252-3 (BC=3) Communications (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Fundamentals of Workplace Technical and Scientific Writing Some Communications Studies courses Communications Theory and practice in composition are available through alternate delivery. Introduction to written and oral to prepare students for academic and Correspondence versions of COMM 150 communications with an emphasis professional work in scientific and and COMM 254 are available for students on grammar, basic sentence structure, technological fields. Emphasis will be on in distance delivery programs. On-line short business correspondence, mechanics, style, tone and organization of versions of COMM 140, COMM 250, COMM and an introduction to effective oral communications including abstracts, reports, 252 and COMM 254 are available for communication, with the public, in the research projects, letters and resumes. students who have Internet access and who workplace. Prerequisite: Placement criteria must be met need an alternative to on-campus classes. COMM 140 is not accepted as a prerequisite (see above). Note: Alternate delivery is not available for COMM 200 level courses. for all courses every year. To enroll in an COMM 254-3 (BC=3) alternate delivery section, please check the COMM 150-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks Timetable and select a course designated as (3-0) 15 weeks Human Services Writing “correspondence” or “on-line”. Fundamentals of College and Workplace Theory and practice in composition Writing to prepare students for academic and Placement Criteria Practice in fundamental writing skills with professional work in human services. Students should refer to their program an emphasis on grammar, basic business Emphasis on the effective use of requirements before selecting a correspondence, and short reports for mechanics, style, tone and organization of Communications course. Students are business or college. COMM 150 is accepted communications. Applications include critical advised that they will be required to as a prerequisite for COMM 200 level reading, objective observation, secondary take the College placement test before courses. research, and collaborative writing. registering in COMM 250, 252, 254 or Prerequisite: Placement criteria must be met 256. Students who obtain 60% or greater COMM 191-3 (BC=3) (see above). in ELA 30-1 will be exempted from this (3-0) 15 weeks test. Students who do not achieve a Oral Communications COMM 256-3 (BC=3) satisfactory mark on this test will be Theory and practice in interpersonal (3-0) 15 weeks required to complete COMM 150 before communications for the workplace. Writing Skills for the Fine Arts entering COMM 250, 252, 254 or 256. As Students will consider such issues Theory and practice in composition taking COMM 150 may affect timetables as perception, listening, non-verbal to prepare students for academic and established by individual programs, communications, conflict resolution, self- professional work in the cultural arts. students are strongly advised to take the disclosure, and the nature of groups while Students will analyze and interpret texts placement test early in case the preparatory developing skills related to interviewing, as well as produce clear, well-structured, course (COMM 150) is required. Phone the participating in meetings, working and mechanically sound compositions. Assessment and Test Centre at 342-3292 to effectively with a team, and informative and Prerequisite: Placement criteria must be met arrange to take the placement test. persuasive public speaking. (see above). Note: Not eligible for challenge. Course Equivalencies COMM 271-3 (BC=3) For program completion requirements COMM 250-3 (BC=3) (3-0-0) 15 weeks at RDC, COMM 250, 252, 254, and 256 are (3-0) 15 weeks Introduction to Communications Studies equivalent to each other. These courses, Business and Workplace Writing Overview of the development and key though equivalent at RDC, may not transfer Theory and practice in composition theoretical areas within the field of to other institutions in the same way. to prepare students for academic and Communications Studies, with focus on Please see an academic advisor for more professional work in business and office how communication can serve as an information on specific transferability of all environments. Emphasis will be on agent of social and cultural change. Major COMM courses. mechanics, style, tone and organization of topics to be studied include language, communications including research reports, rhetoric, mass media, cultural studies, memos, letters, business proposals and interpersonal and oral communication, and resumes. organizational communication. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Placement criteria must be met ELA 30-1 or equivalent, or enrollment in (see above). MSPC program Prerequisite: ELA 30-1.

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COMM 294-3 (BC=3) COMM 361-3 (BC=3) COMM 375-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Group Communication Communicating Through Speech and Mass Communication in Canada Theory and practice of communication in Writing Examine the role of mass media in small groups. Interpersonal communication, This course focuses on helping students Canadian society including television, group dynamics, meetings, making communicate more effectively through their newspapers, magazines, film, books, and decisions, solving problems, resolving writing and speaking. Students will examine new technologies. Focus on the historical conflict, leadership, and team building. classical and contemporary rhetoric to gain development, policies, financial issues, and Note: Not eligible for challenge. an appreciation of the history and theory of audience reception of media in Canada. the rhetorical tradition. Students will also put Consider the role of mass media in a global COMM 313-3 (BC=3) theory into practice through construction of context and in relation to the United States. (3-0-0) 15 weeks essays and speeches. Prerequisite: ELA 30-1 or equivalent, or Research Methods Prerequisite: ELA 30-1. enrollment in MSPC program. Introduction to academic and practical Note: Students cannot receive credit for communication research methods. Critically both COMM 361 & COMM 369. COMM 381-3 (BC=3) examine and practice basic application (3-0-0) 15 weeks of qualitative and quantitative methods. COMM 363-3 (BC=3) History of Communication Examine how research methods relate to (3-0-0) 15 weeks Overview of the development of major theoretical approaches of communication Professional and Technical communication systems throughout and knowledge production. Ethical Communication history, together with the historical and implications of research methods will be Introduction to the principles and social contexts in which they occurred considered. practice of professional and technical and changed. Focus on technological communication, using various written advancements and theoretical COMM 341-3 (BC=3) media. Examine how organizational understanding of how advancements (3-0-0) 15 weeks culture and audience expectations shape have shaped and reflected society New Media, Technology, and Society communication in workplace contexts and individuals. Consider theoretical Study the implications of information and plan, prepare and deliver professional perspectives on the role of communication technology for political, social and and technical information in support of an in history. economic organization, individual organization’s communications goals. Prerequisite: ELA 30-1 or equivalent, or psychology, and concepts of knowledge. enrollment in MSPC program Historical, ethical and legal implications will COMM 369-3 (BC=3) be discussed. Note: This course assumes (3-0-0) 15 weeks COMM 383-3 (BC=3) only very basic familiarity with computers Classical Persuasion (3-0-0) 15 weeks at the “user” level. Familiarization with more Understand how the ideas of Aristotle and Introduction to Public Relations advanced applications will be provided as other theorists apply to communication Introduction to the theory and practice required. work and the media by learning effective of Public Relations, with focus on the Prerequisite: ELA 30-1 or equivalent, or persuasion, audience and situational Canadian context. Consider the history enrollment in MSPC program analysis, rhetorical theory, and ethics. and development of public relations, Discuss current events; apply classic various professional roles and occupations COMM 351-3 (BC=3) techniques to improve written and oral in public relations, and key theories. (3-0) 15 weeks arguments; and, critically evaluate texts Prepare public relations tools such as press Visual Culture like news articles, videos, and essays. releases, backgrounders, press kits, PR plans Students in this course will examine Prerequisite: COMM 271 and speeches. Prerequisite: ELA 30-1 or contemporary western visual culture, equivalent, or enrollment in MSPC program as it is constituted by visual modes of COMM 371-3 (BC=3) communication. Through analysis of images (3-0-0) 15 weeks in art, print advertising, documentary Critical Media Studies photography, and a range of television, Analyze everyday media like advertising, video, and film genres, students will television, film, videogames, and investigate the relation of cultural practices, magazines. Use interpretative tools such as ideologies and institutions to the production psychoanalysis, Marxism, gender and queer and reception of visual messages. theory to learn how media changes lives, Prerequisite: ELA 30-1 or equivalent. what makes a book or TV show a success, what forces affect the images, and what makes Canadian media unique. Prerequisite: COMM 271

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CMPT 086-1 (BC=1) design. Macro programming, data parsing, Computing Science (0-1-0) 15 weeks mathematical functions, and graphing Spreadsheet Skills 1 solutions. Strong working knowledge of Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Introduce spreadsheet applications, DOS. Statistical topics of linear regression Check Course Timetable for availability. providing students with a basic level of and correlation using the computer. computer literacy in these applications. This Prerequisite: Math 30 (Pure) or Math 30 CMPT 072-1 (BC=1) course cannot be taken by students who (Applied). (0-1-0) 15 weeks have credit in INF1060. *Non-traditional course delivery Keyboarding I Introduce keyboarding skills. Minimum CMPT 092-1 (BC=1) CMPT 170-3* (BC=3) of 20 net words per minute (three errors (0-1-0) 15 weeks (3-1-0) 15 weeks maximum) is required upon completion. Word Processing Skills II Microcomputer Applications Expand efficient and practical use of word Introduce computers, together with word CMPT 073-1 (BC=1) processing applications, incorporating processing applications, spreadsheet (0-1-0) 15 weeks intermediate-level word processing tools applications and educational technologies. Intermediate Keyboarding II in document development. This course This course will provide a basic foundation Practice continued development of cannot be taken by students who have of computer literacy for the Educational keyboarding skills. Minimum of credit in INF2050. Assistant field, delivered in a self-directed 35 net words per minute (three errors format with supporting seminar. maximum) is required upon completion. CMPT 096-3 (BC=3) This course cannot be taken by students (2-2) 15 weeks CMPT 201-3 (BC=4) who have credit in INF2020. Introduction to Programming (3-3) 15 weeks Introduction to the essential elements of Programming: A Gentle Introduction to CMPT 076-1 (BC=1) programming including control structures Computing (0-1-0) 15 weeks and introductory data structures using the This course provides an overview of Presentation/Publishing Software “C++” language. computing science concepts for students Introduce presentation and desktop Note: Any student considering entering with little or no programming background. publishing applications, providing students Computer Systems Technology should enrol Topics include: representation of data; with a basic level of computer literacy in in this course and CMPT 090 if necessary machine architecture; operating system these applications. This course cannot prerequisites are missing. concepts; properties of algorithms and be taken by students who have credit in High School Equivalent: Elementary computational problems; syntax of a high INF1070. Programming. level procedural programming language; Prerequisite: CMPT 085, consent of a basic data types and control structures. CMPT 083-1 (BC=1) portion of the course. Intended for Students do introductory programming for (0-1-0) 15 weeks Department or demonstrated competence a portion of the course. Intended for Word Processing I students with no computing experience students with no computing experience. Introduce word processing applications, in keyboarding, word processing. Note: U of A will not grant credit for this providing students with a basic level of Note: U of A will not grant credit for this course if credit was first obtained in CMPT computer literacy in these applications. This spreadsheets, and file management course 214 or equivalent. course cannot be taken by students who if credit was first obtained in CMPT have credit in INF1030. through assessment testing 214 or CMPT 214-3 (BC=4) equivalent. (3-3) 15 weeks CMPT 085-4 (BC=4) Introduction to Computing Science (3-2-0) 15 weeks CMPT 110-2* (BC=2) Computer architecture, operations and data Introduction to Personal Computers (1-3) 15 weeks storage. Machine language and assembler Introduce computers, together with word Introductory Computing programming. Scientific applications and processing, spreadsheet and keyboarding Computing theory and application systems programming in C++. Functions applications. This course will provide software. CPU and system architecture. parameter passing and recursion. The students with a basic level of computer Input/output devices. Secondary storage programming will progress from the literacy, delivered in a self-directed online media. Communications. Operating structured perspective to the object format. systems. AD converters. Binary theory. Other oriented paradigm. topics. Lab work focuses on computing Prerequisite: Math 30 (Pure). solutions to industry-related problems. Co-requisite: MATH 202 or 203. Statistical analysis of experimental data using DOS. Word processing, spreadsheet and database techniques, and spreadsheet

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CMPT 215-3 (BC=4) DRAM 301-1 (BC=1) (3-3) 15 weeks Dance (0-3) Elementary Data Structures Production Workshop I See listings under “Kinesiology and Sports Using a high level language to present and Student initiated project work involving Studies,” page 163. manipulate data structures. Strings, arrays, theatre production or theatre related and linked lists. Stacks, queues, and trees. research. Uses of data structures. Note: Open to all students, subject Prerequisite: CMPT 214 or 351 and consent to approval of the Theatre Studies of the Department. Drama Department.

CMPT 261-3* (BC=3) DRAM 201-3 (BC=3) DRAM 321-3 (BC=3) (3-0-3) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks (1-3) 15 weeks Introduction to Computing Play Analysis Creative Drama Introduce computers and strengthen Understanding drama through critical Use of dramatic technique in a variety of research skills, computer theory concepts analysis of plays. Using analysis for creative group projects to develop self-expression. and use of word processing, spreadsheet solutions in play productions. This course will serve leaders and teachers and presentation applications. This course at all levels. Former experience in theatre is will provide a comprehensive foundation of DRAM 202-3 (BC=3) not required. computer literacy in support of university- (3-0) 15 weeks level study. Delivered in a self-directed Introduction to Theatre Art DRAM 347-3 (BC=3) format with optional face-to-face support. The origins and development of theatre art. (2-2.5) 15 weeks Introduction to theatre history and theatre Introduction to Oral Communication CMPT 262-3 (BC=4) aesthetics. Freeing the natural voice. Developing body (3-0-3) 15 weeks awareness related to the voice: breathing, Introduction to Structured DRAM 203-3 (BC=3) resonance, projection, articulation, and Programming (3-0) 15 weeks range. Exploring basic techniques of oral CMPT 261 continued, using a high level Introduction to Dramatic Movement communication and interpretation, drawing language on a personal computer. Program Releasing, developing, and expanding from various forms of literature. control. Functions and subprograms. Arrays. physical resources basic to movement in Manipulating strings. Sequential and acting. Developing body awareness. DRAM 350-3 (BC=4) random access files. Buttons, windows, (3-3) 15 weeks dialogue boxes, and menus. Designing DRAM 204-1 (BC=1) Introduction to Acting userfriendly programs. Non-numerical (2-1) 15 weeks The process of acting and dramatic form applications are stressed. Singing for the Stage through dramatic improvisation. Formerly Prerequisite: CMPT 261. Developing the voice through choral DRAM 251. Note: Not open to Bachelor of Science singing and coaching. Vocal range, students. technique, and musicality. DRAM 353-3 (BC=3) Note: Open to Theatre Studies Acting (1-5) 15 weeks CMPT 272-3 (BC=3) students only. Scene Study I (3-1) 15 weeks The study of acting, including analyzing Formal Systems and Logic in DRAM 249-3 (BC=3) and enacting scripted scenes and Computing Science (1-5) 15 weeks characterization. Propositional and predicate logic. Boolean Introduction to Dramatic Process Prerequisite: DRAM 249 or 350 or 321 or algebra and circuit design. Verifying Improvising speech and movement, with consent of the Department. programs and proofs. Formal languages, emphasis on imaginative development. regular expressions, and finite state The process of acting and dramatic form. DRAM 383-3 (BC=4) machines. Other formal systems useful in Developing communication skills. Not (3-3) 15 weeks Computing Science. accepted for credit in the Theatre Studies Introduction to Directing Prerequisite: CMPT 214. Program. Not available to students with Fundamentals of directing through practical Co-requisite: CMPT 215. credit in DRAM 350. exercises. Prerequisite: DRAM 353 or THTR 141 and consent of the Department.

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DRAM 483-2 (BC-2) ELCC 211-3 (BC=3) ELCC 218-3 (BC=3) (0-6) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Advanced Directing Child Development Program Planning III Develop the director’s creative use of the Exploration of developmental theories. Planning for play (including environments & elements of directing. Methods of observing and recording schedules) and group times. Exploration of Prerequisite: DRAM 383. children’s behavior. Study of prenatal physical, construction, block, woodworking, development. Physical, cognitive, moral, manipulative, and outdoor play. creative, and social emotional development Introduction to music and song. of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Note: These courses can be taken in any sequence. Early Learning & ELCC 212-3 (BC=3) Child Care (3-0) 15 weeks ELCC 220-4 (BC=4) Program Planning I (200 hours) Includes 15 hours seminar (These courses are intended for Early Play theories and issues. Understanding the Practicum II Childhood Development students, but can role of play in children’s development, and Practical experience with young children be taken by other students with consent of the role of adults in guiding and providing in community programs, extending the the Chair). With the exception of practicum play experiences. Planning for sensory play, objectives of ELCC 210. Part time students courses, all ELCC courses can be taken in art play, and appropriate infant/toddler must complete ELCC 220 between the any sequence. developmental experiences. seventh and tenth courses. Consent of the Note: These courses can be taken in any Chair is required for atypical registration ELCC 201-3 (BC=3) sequence. requests. (3-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: ELCC 210. Foundations of Early Learning & Child ELCC 213-3 (BC=3) Note: This course will be evaluated using a Care (3-0) 15 weeks credit (pass)/non-credit (fail) grading system. The characteristics and roles of Early Interpersonal Relations I Note: May be eligible for challenge Year 2 Childhood professionals in various program Self-understanding and self-acceptance With the exception of practicum courses, all settings. Recent positions and issues as the basis of a professional’s ability to ELCC courses can be taken in any sequence. on quality in child care. Routines and understand and value others. Gaining transitions. Health, nutrition, and safety knowledge of self and communication ELCC 305-3 (BC=3) information and implications for practice. theories and skills. (3-0) 15 weeks Anti-bias curriculum. School Age Care ELCC 215-3 (BC=3) Child care, developmental needs, and ELCC 206-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks appropriate interactions with children age (3-0) 15 weeks Program Planning II six through age twelve. Regulations and Child Development & Exceptionalities Understanding dramatic play and emergent administration of school age care programs. Physical, cognitive, moral, creative, and literacy development. Planning socio- Providing quality experiences for children social emotional development of children dramatic experiences. Identifying quality in school age programs. Course content ages five through eight. Attitudes, trends, children’s literature. Sharing stories with presented on-line. This is an option course, and issues in providing services to children children. Fostering language development and students are required to take one of the with special needs. Overview of basic types in young children. three ELCC options provided OR one other of exceptionality. Note: These courses can be taken in any option approved by the Chair. This course is sequence. open to unclassified students. ELCC 210-4 (BC=4) (200 hours) Includes 15 hours seminar ELCC 217-3 (BC=3) ELCC 308-3 (BC=3) Practicum I (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Practical experience with young children Guiding Behavior Family Support in community programs. Understanding and fostering self-esteem The nature of family support work. Early Part time students must complete ELCC 210 in young children. Practical information intervention for at-risk families. Strategies between the fourth to seventh course. on appropriate strategies to help develop and techniques for supporting families. Consent of the Chair is required for atypical children’s social-emotional behavior Establishing helping relationships. Content registration requests. using a “guidance” approach. Establishing presented on-line. This is an option course Note: This course will be evaluated using a partnerships between families and early and students are required to take one of the credit (pass)/non-credit (fail) grading childhood professionals. three ELCC options provided OR one other system. option approved by the Chair. Note: May be eligible for challenge. Prerequisite: ELCC 321 recommended. ELCC Certificate or consent of Department.

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ELCC 309-3 (BC=3) ELCC 315-3 (BC=3) ELCC 321-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Aboriginal Children and Families Program Administration Family Studies Focus on past traditions and contemporary Roles and functions of program The family as an integral institution in issues facing Aboriginal children, administrators, coordinators, and home society. Various family forms, and the families and communities. Emphasis on visitors in management and administration, specific organization, functions, dynamics, deepening knowledge and enhancing program policies and procedural guidelines, and influences on individual family skills for education, caring and working in record keeping and information systems, members. Focus is on the stresses facing partnership with Aboriginal people. Course financial management and administration, contemporary families, and especially their content presented on-line. This is an option and staff supports for operating day cares, impact on children. course and students are required to take nursery schools, and family day home Prerequisite: ELCC Certificate or consent of one of the three ELCC options provided OR programs in Alberta. Course content Department. one other option approved by the Chair. presented on-line. This course is open to unclassified students. Prerequisite: ELCC Certificate or consent of ELCC 323-3 (BC=3) the Department. (3-0) 15 weeks ELCC 310-5 (BC=5) Program Planning IV (200-250 hours) ELCC 317-3 (BC=3) Program planning in diverse early Includes 15 hours seminar (3-0) 15 weeks childhood settings. Includes planning math, Practicum III Program Planning V science, and technological experiences. Practical experience with young children Expanding experiences in early childhood Parent and community involvement. in a diverse range of community programs, art, music, creative dramatics, and group Record keeping, child assessment, program extending the objectives of first year times. Planning appropriate environments evaluation. practicums. Part-time students must and experiences for fostering literacy Prerequisite: ELCC Certificate or consent of complete ELCC 310 between the fourth development. Department. and seventh courses. Consent of the Chair Prerequisite: ELCC Certificate or consent of Note: These courses can be taken in any is required for atypical registration requests. Department. sequence. Note: This course will be evaluated using a Note: These courses can be taken in any credit (pass)/non-credit (fail) grading system. sequence. ELCC 325-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: ELCC Certificate or consent of (3-0) 15 weeks Department. ELCC 320-5 (BC=5) Children With Special Needs Note: May be eligible for challenge. (200-250 hours) Care and education of children with Includes 15 hours seminar special needs in inclusive environments. ELCC 313-3 (BC=3) Practicum IV Exploration of both developmental and (3-0) 15 weeks Practical experience with young children behavioral program strategies to deal Interpersonal Relations II in a diverse range of community programs, with children’s exceptionalities. Emphasis Developing skills that will help in relating to extending the objectives of prerequisite on team planning with families and others more effectively: self-esteem, conflict ELCC 310. Part-time students must professionals. resolution, assertiveness, support skills, complete ELCC 320 between the seventh Prerequisite: ELCC Certificate or consent of team skills, etc. Strategies for applying these and tenth courses. Consent of the Chair is Department. skills in working with children, families and required for atypical registration requests. colleagues. Prerequisite: ELCC 310. Prerequisite: ELCC Certificate or consent of Note: This course will be evaluated using Department. a credit (pass)/non-credit (fail) grading system. Earth and ELCC 314-3 (BC=3) Note: May be eligible for challenge. Atmospheric (3-0) 15 weeks Children in Society Sciences Exploration of social, economic, religious, and educational systems and their impact EAAS 201-3 (BC=4) on families in Alberta, Canada, and the (3-0-3) 15 weeks world. Social, historical, and theoretical Planet Earth influences on child care. Focus on An introduction to the origin and evolution supporting families, professional advocacy, of the Earth in terms of its major systems: and on program planning that meets rock materials, atmosphere/climate, diverse needs. hydrology, oceans, ice, life and human Prerequisite: ELCC Certificate or consent of interactions Department. www.rdc.ab.ca 147 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

ECON 202-3 (BC=3) ECON 341-3 (BC=3) Economics (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Introduction to Macroeconomics Money and Banking Note : Not all courses listed may be offered. Defining and measuring aggregate Nature and functions of money. Money Check Course Timetable for availability. economic variables. National income and creation. Financial markets and financial monetary theory. Government monetary intermediation. Industrial structure and ECON 100-3 (BC=3) and fiscal policies. Unemployment and regulation in Canadian banking. Elementary (3-0) 15 weeks inflation. Exchange rates and balance of monetary theory. Central banking and Introduction to Business payment. Emphasis is on the Canadian monetary policy. International finance. Microeconomics economy. Prerequisite: ECON 100/101 or ECON 201/ Terminology, concepts, theory, methods, Prerequisite: ECON 201 Credit will not be 202, or consent of the Department. and limitations of current microeconomic granted for both ECON 101 and 202. analysis. Analyzing and understanding Note: It is recommended that you have ECON 355-3 (BC=3) economics as it relates to individuals and Grade 12 level Math or equivalent as (3-0) 15 weeks businesses. How political, social, and market background. Sports Economics forces determine and affect the Canadian Economic analysis of sports, with emphasis economy. Credit will not be granted for ECON 323-3 (BC=3) on professional team sports. Topics include both ECON 100 and 201. (3-0) 15 weeks demand for sports, the economic structure International Economics of leagues, winning and profitability, ECON 101-3 (BC=3) Emphasis is on basic international trade franchise values, pay and performance, (3-0) 15 weeks theories and policies. Gains from exchange free agency, arbitration, and discrimination. Introduction to Business and specialization. International factor Policy issues such as competition law Macroeconomics movements. Theory of tariff and non- and government subsidies will also be Terminology, concepts, and theory used to tariff barriers. Exchange rates. Balance of considered. understand, analyse, and evaluate the payments. International debt. Prerequisite: ECON 201. overall performance of an economy. Prerequisite: ECON 201 and 202. Defining and using economic indicators. ECON 373-3 (BC=3) Canadian banking system. Inflation and ECON 331-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks unemployment. Monetary and fiscal policy. (3-0) 15 weeks Industrial Organization Foreign control. Economic growth. Labour Economics Basic theory of industrial organization International trade. Using microeconomic principles to economics, based on the analysis of market Credit will not be granted for both ECON analyze the labour market. The scope structure, conduct, and performance. 101 and 202. will include theory, empirical evidence, Emphasis is on aspects of Canadian industry and policy issues. Emphasis is on the and competition policy. Concepts of market ECON 201-3 (BC=3) Canadian economy. Labour supply and structure. The meaning and measurement (3-0) 15 weeks labour demand. Equilibrium wages and of monopoly power. Competition. Barriers Introduction to Microeconomics employment levels in both competitive to entry. Product differentiation. Economies Scarcity and choice. Methods used in and non-competitive labour markets. Wage of scale. Oligopoly. Collusion. Advertising. economic science. Specialization, markets, differentials, unions, and discrimination. Organization of the firm. and exchange. Supply and demand. Prerequisite: ECON 201. Prerequisite: ECON 201. Roles of consumers, firms, and resource owners in competitive and monopolistic ECON 337-3 (BC=3) ECON 381-3 (BC=3) markets. International trade. Government (3-0) 15 weeks (3-1) 15 weeks intervention. Emphasis is on Canadian Development Economics Intermediate Microeconomic Theory problems, issues, policies, and institutions. An introduction to the economic Theory of consumer behaviour. Theory of Credit will not be granted for both ECON development process in developing production and cost. Determining price and 100 and 201. nations. Analysis will include explanations output under competition, monopoly, and Note: It is recommended that you have for underdevelopment and examination other market structures. Grade 12 level Math or equivalent as of issues such as poverty, employment, Prerequisite: Math 30 (Pure), ECON 201. background. income distribution, population growth, human capital, savings and investment, trade, foreign aid, and the role of markets and governments. Prerequisite: ECON 100/101 or ECON 201/ 202, or consent of the Department.

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ECON 382-3 (BC=3) EDIT 302-3 (BC=4) EDUC 250-3 (BC=3) (3-1) 15 weeks (3-3) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory Introduction to Educational Technology The Context of Education Determination of income, employment, Examine frameworks, trends, issues and Examine the different contexts of prices, interest rates, exchange rates and futuristic scenarios regarding the role of professional practice including the complex balance of payments. Impact of supply technology in education. Gain hands-on social relationships that exist among shocks, fiscal policy and monetary policy. experience using technology with emphasis educators as professionals and learners as Prerequisite: Math 30 (Pure), ECON 201 and on strategies to integrate technology into participants in educational institutions. It is 202. the curriculum. recommended that learners complete this course within the first year of the program. EDPY 200-3 (BC=3) Note: Credit cannot be received for both (3-0) 15 weeks EDFX 203 and EDUC 250 or any equivalent. Educational Psychology Education This course deals with the teaching- EDUC 251-3 (BC=3) learning process and student behaviour. It (3-0) 15 weeks (These courses are intended for Education includes theory, research, and illustrations Aboriginal Education and the Context of students.) all dealing with classroom applications of Professional Engagement psychological principles. Topics will include Pre-service teachers will continue to EDCM 341-3 (BC=3) the development of the student in the develop knowledge of Aboriginal peoples’ (3-0) 15 weeks cognitive, moral, gender, psycho-social, histories, educational experiences, Communication in the Classroom and sexual domains theories of cognition knowledge systems, ways of knowing By focusing on your interpersonal skills, learning, and motivation. and being and will further understand this course examines communication in the implications of this knowledge to the classroom. Students will practice and EDPY 305-3 (BC=3) professional roles and obligations for improve these skills through presentations, (3-0) 15 weeks teachers. Students will engage in learning small group work, role playing, and Childhood Development and Learning processes of self-and-other awareness communication exercises. Application of theory to educational supported by Aboriginal educators, faculty practice and how teachers can provide and elders. EDFN 341-3 (BC=3) appropriate learning opportunities that Prerequisite: EDUC 250. (3-0) 15 weeks support diverse children’s educational, Note: This prerequisite does not apply to Concepts of Childhood in the History of physical, cognitive, social, cultural, moral, Elementary and Secondary After Degree Education and psychological development. Topics will students. A study of those views of childhood which include human development and learning. have exerted a significant influence on This course would be of interest to EDUC 310-3 (BC=3) educational theory and practice from students intending to work with children (3-0) 15 weeks antiquity to today. (ages 0-12). Introduction to Curriculum Studies Note: Credit cannot be received for both Field of inquiry unique to Education. EDFX 203-3 (BC=4) EDPY 305 and EDPY 200 or any equivalent. Considers mandated programs of study, (45 hours lecture, 60 hours fieldwork) theories, practices, and implications of 15 weeks EDPY 307-3 (BC=3) teaching and learning. Education Field Experience (3-0) 15 weeks Prerequisites: One of EDCM 341, EDFN 341, An introduction to the profession of Adolescent Development and Learning EDFX 203, EDIT 302, EDPY 200, EDUC 250, teaching through observation and Application of developmental theory to FAM 322 or FAM 315. interaction with professional teachers and educational practices through examination students. Learn educational topics and of biological and cognitive changes, EDUC 320-3 (BC=3) discuss field experiences. Course grading is their influence on social roles, individual (3-0) 15 weeks credit/no credit requiring students to plan differences, current problems, and supports Media, Culture, and Curriculum and schedule up to 6 hours per week in for resiliency. Students reflect on how Principles, perspectives, and practices for local schools in addition to attending the adolescent development impacts them future teachers. Implications for childhood in-class seminar. as teachers. This course is for students and adolescence, literacy, learning, critical Note: Credit cannot be received for EDFX intending to work with adolescents (ages thinking, creativity, gender, identity, and 203 and EDUC 250 or any equivalent. 11-17). politics. Note: Credit cannot be received for both Prerequisites: One of EDCM 341, EDFN 341, EDPY 307 and EDPY 200 or any equivalent. EDFX 203, EDIT 302, EDPY 200, EDUC 250, FAM 322, or FAM 315.

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EDAS 153-3 (BC=3) EDAS 160-3 (BC=3) Educational Assistant (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Fostering Positive Behaviour Supporting Students in Literacy Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Students will review both learning and Effective teaching strategies for literacy. Check Course Timetable for availability. behaviour management philosophies Topics include learning theory, early literacy in order to build a repertoire of effective intervention, comprehension and decoding EDAS 111-3 (BC=3) techniques and strategies that foster strategies, the writing process and writing (3-0) 15 weeks positive behaviour change in the classroom. analysis with an emphasis on assisting Role of the Assistant Prerequisite: EDAS 151 and EDAS 111. students in improving their reading and Clarification of the roles of the teacher and Co-requisite: EDAS 152 or consent of the writing skills. the educational assistant. Topics include Department. code of conduct, job descriptions, tasks, EDAS 161-3 (BC=3) Alberta Teachers’ Association policies, EDAS 156-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks classroom management techniques and (3-0) 15 weeks Supporting Students in Numeracy positive school climate. Visual Impairment Numeracy concepts taught at the

This course examines issues and techniques elementary and junior high school EDAS 114-3 (BC=3) involved in teaching persons with visual levels. Effective teaching techniques and (140 hours) 4 full weeks impairment. Definitions, classification learning activities to improve children’s Field Experience schemes, measurement, prevalence, understanding of numeracy in an Working as an educational assistant for four causes, psychological and behavioural educational setting. full weeks. Includes a seminar component. characteristics and basic teaching Scheduled after all coursework is complete. techniques are reviewed. EDAS 163-1 (BC=1) Prerequisite: All compulsory course work. Prerequisite: EDAS 111 and EDAS 152 or (3-0) 5 weeks consent of the Department. Supporting Students with Anxiety EDAS 116-3 (BC=3) Disorders (3-0) 15 weeks EDAS 157-3 (BC=3) This course explores the most common Human Relations (3-0) 15 weeks anxiety disorders with an emphasis on Developing and increasing your Physical Disabilities strategies and practices that assist and understanding of self and others. Issues and techniques involved in teaching support these students in the classroom Interpersonal skills required in supportive persons with physical disabilities. Common and with their peers. roles as a para-professional. physical disabilities. Related materials and Prerequisite: EDAS 111 and 152 or consent equipment. of department. EDAS 151-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: EDAS 111 and EDAS 152 or (3-0) 15 weeks consent of the Department. EDAS 164-1 (BC=1) Trends in Inclusive Practice (3-0) 5 weeks Attitudes toward and services provided to EDAS 158-3 (BC=3) Supporting Students with Mental Health persons with disabilities (3-0) 15 weeks Concerns throughout history. Current trends and Communication Disorders This course explores the most common issues in inclusive education. Issues and techniques involved in teaching mental health disorders with an emphasis Laws relating to persons with disabilities in students with communication disorders. on strategies and practices that assist and the U.S., Canada, and Speech development, identifying disorders support these students in the classroom Alberta in particular. and the role of the educational assistant. and with their peers. Prerequisite: EDAS 111 and EDAS 152 or Prerequisite: EDAS 111 and 152 or consent EDAS 152-3 (BC=3) consent of the Department. of department. (3-0) 15 weeks Overview of Exceptionalities EDAS 159-3 (BC=3) EDAS 165-1 (BC=1) This course examines definitions, (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 5 weeks classification schemes, prevalence, causes, Hearing Impairment Supporting Students with Disruptive psychological and behavioural This course examines issues and techniques Behaviour Disorders characteristics, and introduces educational involved in teaching persons with hearing This course explores some of the more considerations covering a wide range of impairment. Definitions, classification common behaviour disorders with an exceptionalities. schemes, measurement, prevalence, causes, emphasis on developing strategies that Prerequisite or Corequisite: EDAS 151 or psychological and behavioral characteristics assist students in areas of communication, consent of the Department. and basic teaching techniques are reviewed. behaviour and social interaction in the Prerequisite: EDAS 111 and EDAS 152 or classroom. consent of the Department. Prerequisite: EDAS 111 and 152 or consent of department.

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EDAS 166-1 (BC=1) EET 123-4 (BC=5) (3-0) 5 weeks Electrical Engineering (4-0-2/2) 15 weeks Autism with Intellectual Disability Technology Circuit Analysis Explore the characteristics of Autism Analyze the response of electrical circuits Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with an Note: EET courses are open to Engineering and networks when driven by single and intellectual disability. Emphasis on learning Technology students only. multiple sources. strategies for use in the classroom and other Prerequisites: GET 103, GET 111. inclusive settings. Communication, social EET 107-3 (BC=4) Corequisites: EET 107, GET 112. and behavioural strategies will also be (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks explored. Semiconductor Electronics EET 200-3 (BC=4) Introduction to semiconductor (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks EDAS 167-1 (BC=1) components and circuits. Topics include AC Machines (3-0) 5 weeks semiconductor builds, diode circuit analysis Examine the underlying principles, Autism without Intellectual Disability and applications, BJT and FET transistor construction, control, and performance Explore the unique characteristics of biasing, analysis and amplifiers, introduction characteristics of transformers; single- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) without to operational amplifiers. phase and three-phase alternating current intellectual disability. Emphasis on social Prerequisite: GET 103. motors and generators. Analyze losses and strategies for use in the classroom and other Corequisite: EET 123. efficiency. Determine developed speed and inclusive settings. Communication and torque. behavioural strategies will also be explored. EET 113-3 (BC=4) Prerequisites: EET 115, EET 123. (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks Corequisite: EET 210. EDAS 168-1 (BC=1) Power Electronics (3-0) 5 weeks Introduction to power electronics devices, EET 203-3 (BC=4) Supporting Students with Classic Autism systems and control. DC and AC power (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks Explore the characteristics that are used conversion techniques and analysis. Power Control Systems to differentiate classifications other control applications associated with motor Examine the principles and practices than Autism and Asperger ’s Syndrome. drives and other dynamic loads. used in the design of process or motion Investigate a variety of communication, Corequisite: EET 107, EET 115. control systems. Topics include open and social and behavioural strategies for use in closed loop behavior, modeling of physical the classroom and other inclusive settings. EET 115-3 (BC=4) systems, transfer functions, static and Prerequisite: EDAS 111 and 152 or consent (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks dynamic response, stability and frequency of department. DC Machines response. Explore the physical laws underlying Prerequisite: GET 101, GET 112, EET 123. EDAS 181-4 (BC=4) the operation of direct current motors 15 hours seminar, 156 hours fieldwork 15 and generators. DC motor construction, EET 205-2 (BC=3) weeks characteristics, control, and applications. (2-0-3/2) 15 weeks Field Practice Construct circuits using actual machines in Programmable Controllers Working under a co-operating supervisor the lab to examine their operations. Examine the roles, functions, hardware, in an educational setting. Taking part in a Prerequisite: GET 103, GET 111. software, programming, and interfacing of regularly scheduled seminar to discuss field Corequisite: EET 113. Programmable Controllers in a production practice. environment. Learn about digital logic Prerequisite: EDAS 111, EDAS 160 and EDAS EET 117-3 (BC=3) concepts, ladder logic and Function Block 116. (3-0-0)15 weeks Diagram programming. Pre/Co-requisites: EDAS 161 and EDAS 152. Emerging Technologies Prerequisites: EET 123, GET 114. Examination of emerging technolgies in the Corequisite: EET 203. electrical, electronic and instrumentation fields. Topics may include alternative energy EET 207-3 (BC=4) sources, energy storage systems, and/or (3-0-3/2) 15 weeks other emerging applications. Electromechanical Systems Examine industrial applications of electromechanical systems. Industrial motor, power transmission, feedback transducer, drive, and controller applications. Use Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and Servo Drives to control electric motors. Prerequisite: EET 200 Corequisite: EET 235 www.rdc.ab.ca 151 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

EET 210-3 (BC=4) EET 235-3 (BC=4) ENGG 200-2 (BC=2) (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks (3-0-3/2) 15 weeks (2-0-0) 15 weeks Power Systems Industrial Networks Orientation to the Engineering Explore the main components of a Study the characteristics, components, Profession complex power system from generation and processes of typical control systems’ Development and history of the to consumption. Analyze faults and networks. Establish communication and engineering profession. Branches of determine fault currents using symmetrical control links between sensors, actuators, engineering. Engineering roles in various components, MVA-base, and per-unit controllers, drives, and other industrial branches. Includes presentations from methods. Use the latest software to design devices in an industrial network. engineers in different branches. Several and test power systems. Prerequisites: EET 205. written assignments will form the basis Prerequisites: EET 115 and EET 123. Corequisite: EET 230. for an assessment of your report writing Corequisites: EET 200. abilities. EET 246-3 (BC=3) Note: This course will be repeated for credit EET 214-4 (BC=4) (3-1) 15 weeks in 2nd term. (3-0-3) 15 weeks Topic in Instrumentation Note: Open to Engineering students only. Microcontroller Interfacing Considers subjects of increasing importance Develop digital and analog circuits to in modern control systems. Specific topics ENGG 205-3 (BC=4) interface microcontrollers with peripheral will vary from year to year and may include (3-2.5) 15 weeks devices. Write firmware for data acquisition artificial intelligence and robotics, signal Engineering Mechanics I and robotic control. processing, satellite communication, Statics: Force vectors; equilibrium of Prerequisite: Term two course completion or remote sensing and fuzzy logic. particles in two and three dimensions; force consent of Associate Dean. Prerequisite: Successful completion of all system resultants; equilibrium of a rigid courses in Term 3 or permission of the body in two and three dimensions; trusses; EET 228-3 (BC=4) Department. frames, machines and beams. Dynamics: (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks Note: This course is not eligible for Prior Kinematics and kinetics of particles. Electrical System Design Learning and Recognition. Design electrical systems for small industrial ENGG 217-3 BC=4) and commercial buildings; size and specify EET 260-3 (BC=3) (3-1-2) 15 weeks electrical service, feeders, and overcurrent (3-0-0) 15 weeks Engineering Design and Communication protection based on Canadian Electrical Capstone Project Introduction to the fundamentals of Code. Apply computer aided design to Researching and compiling a technical engineering design, communications and produce electrical drawings. report on a topic that will incorporate projects management. Students will learn Prerequisite: EET 210, GET 106. the skill set of an Electrical Engineering technical drawing and apply the design Technology graduate. Progress reports principles in team-based design projects. EET 230-3 (BC=4) occur at regular intervals. Concluding oral (3-0-3/2) 15 weeks presentation to an industry audience. ENGG 220-3 (BC=4) SCADA and HMI Prerequisite: Term three course completion (3-1-3) 15 weeks Learn about the main concepts, or consent of Associate Dean. Electrical Circuits and Machines communication protocols, software, Introduction to the fundamentals of hardware, and interface technology used electrical circuits and machines.Topics in remote monitoring, data collection, and include voltage and power; Kirchhoff’s control of industrial processes. Implement current and voltage laws; electricity and interactive Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Engineering magnetism fundamentals applied to circuit screens. elements and machines; electrical systems Prerequisite: EET 205 Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. and instrumentation; circuit design, DC and Corequisite: EET 235 Check Course Timetable for availability. AC circuit analysis methods; DC and AC machines; first order circuits and transient EET 233-3 (BC=3) ENCP 200-3 (BC=3) analysis. (2-0-2) 15 weeks (3-0-1.5) 15 weeks Electrical Failure Analysis Computer Programming for Engineers Apply the principles of troubleshooting and Fundamentals of computer programming failure analysis to electrical and electronic with emphasis on solving engineering devices. problems. Programming in a high level Prerequisite: Term three course completion language. Selection and loop structures, or consent of Associate Dean. routines, arrays and record types, text file operation, pointers. Prerequisite: Consent of the Department.

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ENGG 230-3 (BC=4) ENGL 302-6 (BC=6) (3-1-2) 15 weeks English (3-0) 30 weeks Engineering Statics Introduction to Contemporary Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Equilibrium of planar systems. Particle Theoretical Practices Check Course Timetable for availability. and rigid-body equilibrium. Reduction of This course will study the major schools of a simple distributed loading. Structural contemporary literary theory, comparing First-Year University Transfer English analysis, planar trusses and frames. Internal their principles and methods to changing Courses forces. Centre of gravity and centroid. definitions of literature, testing their Red Deer College offers university transfer Friction. Moment of inertia. claims and uses against differing values of English courses at the 200 level. These Co-requisite: MATH 212. readers. Theoretical debate and practical are usually prerequisites for 300-level Note: Open to Engineering students only. analysis combine in this course to train English courses and for more advanced the student as a polemical literary critic. work in English. The overall objective for ENGG 251-3 (BC=3) Selected readings represent Gender, Post- all 200-level courses is to develop critical (1-4.5) 15 weeks Colonial, New Historical, Feminist, Marxist, reading skills and composition skills at Design and Communication I Psychoanalytic, Structuralist, Reader- the university level. Class discussions and The principles of engineering design, Response, and Formalist criticism. instruction in composing academic essays engineering graphics and written Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English. will be combined with practice in critical communication learned within a analysis and self-expression. hands-on project-based experience ENGL 305-3 (BC=3) for engineering students. Safety in the (3-0) 15 weeks ENGL 219-3 (BC=3) laboratory; working in a team environment; The Development of Children’s (3-0) 15 weeks core skills for engineering students; Literature Essay Composition and Critical Reading process of engineering design; graphical Providing historical background to current The focus is on formal preparation for communication: theory of projection, multi- concepts of children’s literature, the course university level essay writing and the skills view representations, descriptive geometry, examines the evolution of children’s related to critical reading, interpretation, sketching, information for manufacturing; literature, its trends and themes, as well as and argument. written communication: style, format, contemporary children’s literature. A short Prerequisite: ELA 30-1 or 095. organization, preparation and presentation time is spent considering what childhood is, Note: Credit will not be granted for both skills. Real-life examples of design and so as to understand some of the childhood ENGL 219 and ENGL 210. engineering practice across all disciplines. responses to literature. The course then Core competencies will be learned primarily attempts to answer the question: “What is ENGL 220-3 (BC=3) within the context of team-based design Children’s Literature?” (3-0) 15 weeks projects. Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English. Literary Analysis The course explores a range of literary ENGG 253-3 (BC=3) ENGL 306-3 (BC=3) genres while continuing to focus on (1-4.5) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks deepening the required structural and Design and Communication II Folklore in Children’s Literature critical skills related to thinking and writing A continuation of Engineering 251. Students This course offers a study of oral materials about literature. will perform more advanced team-based drawn into English literature from a range Prerequisite: ENGL 219. projects that integrate mathematical, of cultural traditions. These include myths scientific and engineering knowledge (mainly Greek, Norse, and North American Second-Year University Transfer English and skills. Issues that play critical roles in Indian), folk-tales (Perrault, Grimm, Courses engineering design will be introduced, Andersen, and others), and legends. Ballads, These courses are open to students who such as project management, societal and stories in song and verse, and lore in rhyme have completed two term-courses or one environmental awareness, health and safety, are studied. Common themes and theories full-year course in English at the 200 level, or design for safety, sustainable development, on the origin and evolution of folklore are who have the instructor’s permission. These information access, etc. discussed. Modern folklore (such as fantasy courses may be taken to meet specific and science fiction) is related to folklore of program requirements, to serve as elective ENPH 231-3 (BC=4) the past. The emphasis is on the place of credits (options) in a program, and to lead (3-1S-3/2) folklore in children’s literature. to more advanced work in English studies. Engineering Dynamics Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English. If you wish to major in English or pursue Kinematics and dynamics of particle. Work an Honours English program, consult the and energy methods. Impulse and angular appropriate university calendars before momentum. Introduction to kinematics and choosing 300-level courses. dynamics of rigid bodies. Prerequisite: MATH 212. Note: Open to Engineering students only. www.rdc.ab.ca 153 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

ENGL 311-3 (BC=3) ENGL 341-3 (BC=3) ENGL 351-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Early Canadian Literature The Augustan Age Poetry Reading and Analysis A critical and historical study of the Major literary works of the Augustan period The focus of this course is on developing literature of English speaking Canada from are examined, as well as the natural and skills of careful reading and analysis of its beginnings to 1959. moral philosophy of the time. Emphasis is poetry, with attention to the relationship Prerequisites: 6 credits of 200 level English. placed on the satirical works of Swift and between poetic form and meaning. Note: Students who have taken ENGL 382 Pope, but a representative sampling of the Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English. or U of C ENGL 471 cannot take this course works of other men and women writers of for credit. the period will be considered. ENGL 354-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English. (3-0-0) 15 weeks ENGL 312-3 (BC=3) Topic in Non-Fiction Writing (3-0) 15 weeks ENGL 343-3 (BC=3) This course will develop and strengthen Modern and Contemporary Canadian (3-0) 15 weeks writing skills for specific rhetorical situations Literature The Age of Johnson and discourse communities. The course A critical and historical study of the A complement to ENGL 341, this course topic varies each year but may include: literature of English speaking Canada from deals with the major literary works of the writing about writing, digital writing, or 1959 to the present. second half of the 18th century. Although science writing. The course will expand Prerequisites: 6 credits of 200 level English. the course centres on the works of Samuel students’ ability to write in various genres Note: Students who have taken ENGL 382 Johnson, important works by other men and for different audiences. or U of C ENGL 471 cannot take this course and women writers of the period will also Prerequisites: 6 credits of 200 level English. for credit. be studied. Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English. ENGL 357-6 (BC=6) ENGL 330-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 30 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks ENGL 345-3 (BC=3) The English Novel Early English Renaissance (3-0) 15 weeks This course examines key works in the The literature of the later Tudor period is The British Romantic Period development of the English novel from studied, with emphasis on the early years This course deals primarily with the major the 18th to the early 20th century. The of Elizabeth’s reign. Writers include More, Romantic poets, but other writers of the course covers the history of the , the Elyot, Hoby, Wyatt, Surrey, Sidney, Spenser, period will be considered. The main focus techniques of the novel, and works by such Marlow, Drayton, Shakespeare, and others. is on the poetry and its revolutionary or authors as Defoe, Richardson, Fielding, Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English. prophetic concerns. Also considered are the Goldsmith, Walpole, Austen, Dickens, Eliot, radical changes in morals, lifestyles, social Bronte, and Hardy. ENGL 331-3 (BC=3) attitudes, and mythological patterns of the Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English. (3-0) 15 weeks Romantic period. Later English Renaissance Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English. ENGL 359-3 (BC-3) Prose and poetry from approximately (3-0-0) 15 weeks 1600.1650 are studied. Poetry includes ENGL 347-3 (BC=3) Young Adult Literature works by Donne, Herbert, Vaughn, Jonson, (3-0) 15 weeks Introduction to the history of young adult Marvell, Milton, and others. Prose includes The Victorian Period fiction from its origins to the present. readings from Bacon, Donne, Burton, Victorian England (1837-1901) became Examine the emergence of young adult Bunyan, and others. the centre of a cultural, political, and literature as a stage distinct from that of Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English. commercial empire, leading the world child literature; explore issues of gender and into a modern era of urban and industrial ethnicity; and, consider the appeal of this ENGL 340-6 (BC=6) development. This course divides the genre to adults. (3-0) 30 weeks period into early, middle, and late phases, Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 level English. Foundations: Literature in English from studying how its literature responds to the Middle Ages to the Present social change. An historical survey of representative Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English. literature in English from the Middle Ages to the present. Note: Not to be taken by students with credit in ENGL 200 or ENGL 304. Prerequisite: ENGL 219 and ENGL 220.

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ENGL 361-3 (BC=3) ENGL 373-6 (BC=6) ENGL 378-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 30 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Early 20th Century British Novel American Literature to 1900 Intermediate Creative Writing: Fiction The radical changes in morals, lifestyles, This course examines American literature This course will build on the foundation social attitudes, and political concerns of from the period of the first settlements in acquired in ENGL 376, with an emphasis on the early 20th century are reflected in the the early 1600’s, but concentrating on the wider practice of narrative skills. Attention lives and writings of British prose writers of 19th century. As America emerged from will shift from exercises dedicated to this period. In addition to examining novels its colonial status into nationhood, there particular aspects of narrative form to the by a variety of writers, we will consider the developed a desire to construct a canon of integration of these elements in completed influence that other artists, philosophers, distinctively American literature; this course short fiction. Considerable reading and and politicians had on the literature of this discusses the body of work that constitutes studying of existing models of excellent period. (Recommended to be followed by this canon and also interrogates the canon, writing are required. Participation in ENGL 368.) giving some attention to writers tradionally the workshop environment is essential. Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English. omitted. Prerequisite: Minimum Grade of B in ENGL Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English. 376 or Consent of Department. ENGL 366-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks ENGL 376-3 (BC=3) ENGL 379-3 (BC=3) The Short Story (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks This course examines representative works Introduction to Creative Writing: Fiction Intermediate Creative Writing: Poetry of short fiction illustrating the tradition of This course provides instruction and practice ENGL 377 is continued, with basically the the short story in English. The course will in the foundations of writing literary fiction. same objectives and assignments. This course sample contemporary experiments in the Writing exercises will focus on word play, concentrates more on your own creative short story form and introduce a technical developing evocative language, the need for work and less on special exercises. Open to vocabulary appropriate to the study of technically accurate and credible dialogue, students who have done well in ENGL 377. narrative. identifying and mastering various narrative Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English. shifts such as exposition and Free Indirect and ENGL 377. Discourse, and understanding the necessity ENGL 368-3 (BC=3) for tension and conflict, characterization, ENGL 383-6 (BC=6) (3-0) 15 weeks and plot. Considerable time will be spent (3-0) 30 weeks Later 20th Century British Novel reading and studying peer work and existing American Literature from 1900 The Modern period is marked by a wide examples of excellent writing. It does not The major American writers of the 20th range of literary forms, styles, and content provide instruction in writing formulaic or century have created a literature that pioneered by the writers of the first quarter non.fiction. Participation in the workshop profoundly expresses the nature of of this century. This course focuses on the environment is essential. A strong academic existence in the modern world. This course main writers of the next 30-40 years, whose average in writing-based courses is strongly surveys the diversity of literary expression in works illustrate the ever-expanding scope recommended. representative works of fiction, poetry, and of the Modern novel. These works also Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English. drama of the period. show how changes in morals, social values, Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English. political structures, and technology were ENGL 377-3 (BC=3) altering the artist’s reaction to his/her new (3-0) 15 weeks ENGL 385-3 (BC=3) role in the world. (Recommended to be Introduction to Creative Writing: Poetry (3-0) 15 weeks preceded by ENGL 361.) This course is conducted as a seminar. First Nations Literature Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English. Models of excellent writing are used as a The emphasis will be on modern and basis for classroom discussion. This includes contemporary First Nations writing in ENGL 371-3 (BC=3) works from the 20th century as well as Canada, though earlier works and some (3-0) 15 weeks students’ own works. You will be expected American First Nations writing will be Topic in Canadian Literature to hand in creative work and a set exercise introduced. Also considered will be the The focus will vary from year to year, but every week. This is not a composition oral tradition and literary, cultural, and possible topic areas include literature of a course. It deals with practical problems of political issues related to course material. specific Canadian region, genre, or theme creative writing, such as style, techniques, Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English. (for example, Canadian Prairie Writing, poetic forms, and the role of the literary Contemporary Canadian Women’s Writing, artist. 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ENGL 387-3 (BC=3) ENGL 395-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Film Topic in Literature and Society Topic in Shakespeare FILM 201-3 (BC=4) Although the specific topic will vary This course examines a representative (3-2) 15 weeks from year to year, this course investigates sampling of Shakespeare’s plays, focusing Introduction to Film: Film Art the conjunction of literature, culture, on a particular group of plays, or a particular This introductory film art course surveys the and social issues, examining historical, dominant theme or concern. The course will formal development and production value social, economic, political, and gender attempt to ask pertinent questions about of cinema, providing a basic knowledge determinants that intersect within some of Shakespeare’s major interests, of genre, form, style, and theory based on individual works. Specific topics may and to investigate his development as a the close study of selected titles from the include Literature and Science, Literature dramatist. Various critical approaches to the silent era to the present day. Its mandate is and Health Care, or Literature and Religion. plays will be discussed. to theorize film production and analyze film Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English. Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English. reception within a technical and aesthetic Note: This course may be repeated for Note: Not to be taken by students with framework. credit. credit in ENGL 332. This course may be Co-requisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English. repeated for credit. ENGL 389-3 (BC=3) FILM 202-3 (BC=4) (3-0) 15 weeks ENGL 399-3 (BC=3) (3-2) 15 weeks Topic in Women’s Writing (3-0) 15 weeks Introduction to Film: Film History Although the specific topic will vary from This introductory film course surveys the year to year, this course will examine writing This course will study the genre of detective historical development and social value by women in ways that are informed by fiction using representative works from the of cinema, providing a basic knowledge theoretical ap p r oaches to women’s nineteenth and twentieth centuries. We will of national schools, production eras, and literature. Topics may focus on a specific explore detective fiction’s history, ideas, and ideological trends based on the close study time period, genre, geographic region, or relation to both popular and literary culture. of selected titles from the silent era to the theme (such as Women’s Writing to 1900, Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English. present day. Its mandate is to theorize film Women Novelists in Britain, Representations production and analyze film reception of Gender). within a historical and cultural framework. Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English. Co-requisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English. Note: This course may be repeated for credit. Family Studies FILM 301-3 (BC=4) (3-2) 15 weeks ENGL 391-3 (BC=3) FAM 315-3 (BC=3) Topic in (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks This course provides students with an Topic In International Literature Relationship Development overview of the style, narrative patterns, The focus of this course, while its content The study of the nature of intimate historical evolution, and cultural will vary from year to year, will be on relationships in friendship, marriage and mythologies of a selected film genre, such literature written in English outside of family. Teaching and classroom implications as the musical, the western, horror, or Canada, Great Britain, and the United States. will be considered. children’s film Students may study work from a particular Prerequisites: FILM 201 or 202; 6 credits geographic region - e.g., Africa, the Indian FAM 322-3 (BC=3) of 200 Level English; or consent of the Subcontinent, the Caribbean, Australasia - (3-0) 15 weeks department. or they may study particular issues in the Human Sexuality field of post-colonial literature. An inquiry into the nature of sexual Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English. behaviour, its personal and cultural sources Note: This course may be repeated for and its personal, familial, societal and credit. educational implications. The focus of this class is to prepare future teachers to instruct ENGL 393-3 (BC=3) sexuality education curriculum and to (3-0) 15 weeks provide background knowledge which will Science Fiction help teachers understand children’s growth This course will study the features and and development as it pertains to human history of the science fiction genre through sexuality. the study of representative works. Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 Level English.

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may apply to challenge the course; in that General Engineering French case the challenge must be completed before starting FREN 203. Those presenting Technology Note: 100-level language courses are IB French HL or SL with a grade of 6 or intended for students with little or no higher will receive credit. Note: GET courses are open to Engineering background in the language. Students Technology students only. who have high school matriculation in the FREN 302-3 (BC=4) language, or who are taking a 100-level (4-0) 15 weeks GET 101-4 (BC=4) course to meet a university’s matriculation Advanced French I (3-0-2) 15 weeks requirements, may be denied transfer credit. To further develop written and oral skills Introduction to Instrumentation Check the Transfer Guide and with the learned in FREN 202-203 or an equivalent, Introduces students to basic university. with an emphasis on presentation grammar, instrumentation and measurement systems Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. composition and literary elements. & components. Check Course Timetable for availability. Conversation activities are included in the course. GET 103-3 (BC=4) FREN 101-3 (BC=4) Prerequisite: FREN 200, FREN 203 or (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks (4-1) 15 weeks equivalent. Technology Physics Beginners’ French Explore multi-dimensional engineering For students without any French or with FREN 303-3 (BC=4) problems in kinematics,Newtonís laws, French 10. Comprehension, speaking, (4-0) 15 weeks circular motion, torque, electromagnetic reading, and writing. The oral aspect of the Advanced French II and mechanical waves, conservation laws language is stressed in class. A continuation of FREN 302. Further and steady state linear circuits. development of reading, written and oral FREN 102-3 (BC=4) skills with an emphasis on presentation GET 106-3 (BC=3) (4-1) 15 weeks grammar, composition and literary analysis. (2-0-2) 15 weeks Beginners’ French II Conversation activities are included in the Engineering CAD For students who have taken French 20 or course. Learn the graphical language of drafting FREN 101. The oral aspect of the language is Prerequisite: FREN 302. using free-hand sketching and 2D CAD. stressed in class. The course will prepare you Creating objects in orthographic, isometric, for university-level courses FREN 353-3 (BC=3) and sections views. Principles of component Prerequisite: French 20 or FREN 101 or (3-0) 15 weeks identification and documentation. equivalent or consent of the Department. Introduction to French Canadian Literature GET 108-2 (BC=2) FREN 202-3 (BC=4) Literary expression in French Canada, from (2-0-0)15 weeks (4-1) 15 weeks its origins to the present time. A historical Project Management Intermediate French I approach. Explore the project management process: Spoken and written French, including Prerequisite: FREN 200 or FREN 203 or the role of the project manager; how grammar, composition, literature, and consent of the Department. projects help organizations achieve their conversation. The literature includes works objectives; organizational structure of of modern authors. FREN 354-3 (BC=3) projects. Use project management software. Prerequisite: French 30, FREN 102 or (3-0) 15 weeks equivalent. Introduction to French Canadian GET 111-3 (BC=4) Literature (3-1-1) 15 weeks FREN 203-3 (BC=4) Continuation and complement to FREN Engineering Mathematics (4-1) 15 weeks 353. A textual approach with emphasis on Apply the fundamental principles of Intermediate French II the problems of literary analyses. algebra, geometry, trigonometry, nonlinear A continuation of FREN 202. Further Prerequisite: FREN 200 or FREN 203 or equations, matrices, determinants and development of spoken and written French, consent of the Department. differential calculus to engineering related including grammar, composition, literature problems. and conversation. The literature includes works of modern authors. Prerequisite: FREN 202, Francais 30 or equivalent. Note: Students presenting French Language Arts 30 or Francais 30 may apply for advanced placement directly into French 203. Those wanting credit for French 202 www.rdc.ab.ca 157 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

GET 112-3 (BC=4) GEOG 250-3 (BC=3) (3-1-1) 15 weeks Genetics (3-0) 15 weeks Advanced Engineering Mathematics Spatial Organization of Human Activity GENE 370-3 (BC=3) Extend the understanding of calculus Introduction to the concepts of relative (3-0) 15 weeks to include integration techniques and location, spatial interaction and spatial Foundations of Molecular Genetics applications, differential equations, Maclaurin organization of human activity in both rural A detailed look at the genetics of and trigonometric Fourier series, Laplace and urban settings; geographical theories microorganisms. Experiments on bacteria transforms and inverse Laplace transforms. and techniques. and viruses are used to examine concepts Prerequisite: GET 111. such as fertility, genetic fine structure, GEOG 251-3 (BC=3) mutagenesus, DNA repair, DNA replication GET 114-2 (BC=2) (3-0) 15 weeks and the control of gene expression. (2-1-1) 15 weeks Introduction to Cultural Geography Prerequisite: BIOL 317. Computer Programming This introductory course will focus on Develop structured C/C++ programming basic concepts in human geography, GENE 375-3 (BC=3) skills involving decision and loop structures, the human environment, sustainability (3-0) 15 weeks functions, arrays and pointers, code libraries, and development, population dynamics, The Genetics of Higher Organisms and debugging methods. Strong emphasis migration, economic development, A survey of the principles of genetics of on algorithm planning, program design, settlement patterns, cultural landscapes, eukaryotes. Gene structure and function. code documentation. the political world, industrialization, Mendelian genetics. Cytoplasmic transportation, environmental change and inheritance. Cytogenetics. Biochemical GET 116-2 (BC=3) other topics of current interest. Based genetics. Developmental genetics. (2-0-2/2) 15 weeks on lectures as well as hands-on class. Emphasis is on examples from human Engineering Communications room assignments, this course will enable genetics. Use industry standard software tools to students to acquire problem-solving and Prerequisite: BIOL 317. collect, summarize and organize data in basic analytical skills widely applied in order to aid in critical decision making geography. processes. Employ professional presentation and communication skills to exchange data GEOG 381-3 (BC=3) and information in an expert manner. Geography (3-0) 15 weeks Geography of Canada GET 202-2 (BC=3) Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. The regional geography of Canada. (2-0-1) 15 weeks Check Course Timetable for availability. Canada’s physical features and how they Engineering Statistics have affec ted the countr y ’s histor y and Apply concepts and techniques of statistical GEOG 230-3 (BC=4) development. The concept of geographic theory to process control, quality assurance, (3-0-2) 15 weeks regions. Patterns and characteristics of these data collection, summarization, and Introductory Physical Geography regions, with selected detailed studies. presentation. Geomorphology: the nature and formation Prerequisite: A previous course in of major landform features of the earth’s Geography is strongly recommended. GET 204-2 (BC=2) surface. Rock weathering and slope (2-0-0) 15 weeks movements; landforms developed by the GEOG 382-3 (BC=3) Professional Practice erosion and deposition processes of rivers, (3-0) 15 weeks Prepare for field work experience and glaciers, winds, waves, and currents. A field World Regional Geography practice intrapersonal skills for career trip may be offered. Relevant environmental This course is a study of the major world success. issues will be addressed. regions. Each region is examined in Prerequisite: Term three course completion terms of its distinguishing features as or consent of Associate Dean. GEOG 231-3 (BC=4) well as its functional connectedness to (3-0-2) 15 weeks other regions through processes like Introductory Physical Geography II globalization. Regional trading blocs, Atmosphere and biosphere. Physical growing environmental issues, access to, elements of weather and climate. Causes, and use of resources, diasporas and trans. changes, and patterns of weather. Climate nationalism,and, increasing developed- classification. How climate, soils, and developing country disparities are key vegetation are interrelated. Relevant issues that are addressed within the environmental issues will be addressed. framework of the ‘regional approach’ to Note: GEOG 230 does not have to precede spatial analysis. GEOG 231.

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GEOG 393-3 (BC=3) HCA 144-4 (BC=4) HCA 124-6 (BC=6) (3-0) 15 weeks (34 class hours/31.5 lab hours) (53 class/82 lab) The Geography of Cities Providing Client Care and Comfort HCA Theory - CTS Route This introductory course will focus on Develop advanced skills to assist clients Building on learning from the Career and how cities have evolved as they have, with personal grooming and hygiene, and Technology Studies health stream in high in their spatial and social structure, movement. school, this course will focus on the role of institutions and attitudes; understanding the Health Care Aide. The course will build the historical processes and patterns by HCA 145-2 (BC=2) on the knowledge and skills needed to which cities have become simultaneously, (11 class hours/25 lab hours) assist clients with activities of daily living. the products and shapers of economic, Meeting Complex Care Needs Students will have the opportunity to social, political and technological change; Advanced skills for Health Care Aides which participate in hands on learning in a studying demographic change and its support care activities such as: ostomy care, simulated environment. effects on city internal structure and land respiratory care, catheter care, measuring use patterns; analysing the forces and vital signs, assisting with specimen factors that influence neighbourhood collection and assisting with tube feedings. choice and growth; understanding the interrelationship between economic and HCA 146-1 (BC=1) History social change within an urban context; and (6 class hours/12 lab hours) also comprehending the mechanisms of Assisting with Medication Delivery Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. city systems. Understand the role and responsibility of Check Course Timetable for availability. the Health Care Aide in assisting with the delivery of medication to clients. CLAS 209-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks HCA 147-3 (BC=3) Early World History I Health Care Aide (48 class hours) The beginnings of civilization to circa A.D. Special Activities for Diverse Clients 600. Special emphasis is placed on Ancient HCA 141-3 (BC=3) Develop skills for assisting with diverse care Greek and Roman culture, mythology, (49 class hours/12 lab hours) needs of clients. Understand care required religion and history. Students will be Working Safely and Effectively as a HCA for clients with a diagnosis of dementia and introduced to the daily life and historical Understanding the role and responsibilities examine personal feelings and experiences importance of these two cultures. of the Health Care Aide program, relevant as related to our aging population. legislation, client and workplace safety, CLAS 320-3 (BC=3) focusing on knowledge and skills required HCA 122-4 (BC=4) (3-0) 15 weeks to maintain safety for the client and staff (120 hours clinical practice) Roman History member in the care environment. Health Care Aide Supervised Clinical The study of late Republican Rome and the Practice Imperial period, using Roman Historians of HCA 142-2 (BC=2) Clinical practice in the role of the health the time as source material. (19 class hours/6 lab hours) care aide, super vised by an instructor, in an Communication in a Health Care institutional setting. HIST 207-3 (BC=3) Environment (3-0) 15 weeks Communicate effectively as a member HCA 123-3 (BC=3) Early Modern World History 1450-1789 of the health care team. You will learn (80 hours) Survey of world history from the fall of communication strategies to overcome Health Care Aide Preceptored Clinical Constantinople in 1453 to onset of the barriers of sensory loss due to disease and Practice French Revolution in 1789. Topics may aging. Preceptored clinical practice in the role of include: Protestantism and religious warfare, the health care aide in institutional setting.. changing state and social structures, HCA 143-3 (BC=3) Prerequisites: HCA 141, 142, 143, 144, 145, witchcraft, exploration and European (36 class hours) 145, 147 and HCA 122. encounters with other continents, and Structure and Function of the Human changes to statecraft. Body-Health and Chronic Illness You will gain understanding of the systems of the human body and the impact of developmental stages and chronic conditions.

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HIST 208-3 (BC=3) HIST 314-3 (BC=3) HIST 325-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks The World Since 1789 Europe in the Era of the World Wars, Science and Religion from 1500 to the Survey of world history since the 1900-1945 Present French Revolution. Topics ma y include An overview and analysis of Europe from A survey of the interaction between science industrialization, nationalism and the heyday of imperialism at the turn of the and religion from the Scientific Revolution imperialism, the two World Wars, the twentieth century to the end of World War to contemporary issues. Topics may Russian Revolution, the Cold War, and the II. Topics may include social, political, include: reactions to Copernican astronlmy, march towards globalization. and economic development, the two Isaac Newto n’s religion belief s, Darsinian World Wars and the Great Depression. Evolution, Creationism, the Big Bang, the HIST 209-3 (BC=3) Recommended preparation: HIST 208. human soul, and extraterrestrial inspired (3-0) 15 weeks religions. Pre Modern World History HIST 315-3 (BC=3) A history of the world from the sixth (3-0) 15 weeks HIST 327-3 (BC=3) century to the mid-fifteenth century. This Europe in the Era of the Cold War, (3-0) 15 weeks course deals with the barbarian invasions 1942.1991 The European Witch Craze and the collapse of the classical empires in Europe from World War II to the end of A history of the intellectual, cultural, social, Europe, China, and India; the expansion of the twentieth century. Topics may include and theological origins, development, universal religions of Buddhism, Hinduism, the economic and social reconstruction and decline of witchcraft in early-modern Christianity; the birth of Islam and the early of Eastern and Western Europe, Europe. This course will be a combination of Islamic Empires; the Crusades; the Turko- decolonization, the emergence of two lectures and discussions. Mongol Empires; the silk routes and the ideological blocs, political, cultural, and effect of trade and commerce on Europe social changes, the warming of international HIST 330-3 (BC=3) and Asia, and the origins of European relations, the end of the Cold War in the (3-0) 15 weeks expansion into the rest of the world. 1990s, and the uncertainty that followed. History of Health and Healing Recommended preparation: HIST 208. Survey of health traditions around the world HIST 301-6 (BC=6) in historical times. Spiritualistic and scholarly (3-0) 30 weeks HIST 320-3 (BC=3) healing traditions. The transition towards European History Since the Renaissance (3-0-0) 15 weeks modern ideas about the body and healing, A survey of European history from 1500 to Europe in the Eighteenth Century: The and holism. Relations among healing the present. Emphasis is on the political, Age of Enlightenment practitioners. Social, cultural, and political economic, social and cultural development An examination of social, cultural, attitudes and practices towards health and of European civilization as a whole. intellectual, and political history of Europe healing. in the eighteenth centur y. Topics may HIST 311-6 (BC=6) include: warfare, the Enlightenment, HIST 333-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 30 weeks challenges to the old regimes, the French (3-0) 15 weeks International Relations in the 20th Revolution; and European based Empires. A Social History of England from 1815 Century Students with credit in HIST 301 cannot take to 1914 The impact of ideologically based foreign this course for credit. This course will examine the everyday life policies on international relations since of the English people within the context of World War I. HIST 321-3 (BC=3) early industrial society. The course will place (3-0-0) 15 weeks specific emphasis on the development Europe in the Nineteenth Century: The of social class and examine how aspects Age of Ideologies and Revolution of everyday life contributed to defining An examination of social, political, cultural, these social groups. Special attention will and intellectual history of nineteenth- be placed on social legislation, urban and century Europe. Topics may include: the suburbanization, sport and leisure practices, emergence of new ideologies; the age education and literacy, and popular protest of revolutions; Napoleonic France; rise of and political reform. nationalism; and colonial warfare. Students with credit in HIST 301 cannot take this course for credit.

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HIST 334-3 (BC=3) HIST 361 (BC=3) HIST 374-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks A Social History of England from 1918 to The United States to 1865 A History of the Dominion of Canada the Present Survey of the United States from the first A survey of the efforts to create a nation- This course will examine the everyday life of colonial settlements to the end of the Civil state that controlled the half of the English people within the context of the War. Topics may include: development of the North American continent. The National modern state. The course will place special an American identity, the Revolutionary War, Policy. The nature of a Canadian identity. emphasis on the emergence of a consumer the rise of the slave economy in the south, Canada among the community of nations. culture, the Welfare State, mass media, the struggle to define the republic, and the Threats to the country’s survival posed by and changing class perceptions. Special Civil War. Students with credit in HIST 360 regionalism, separatism, and the influence attention will be placed on popular culture, cannot take this course for credit. of the United States. the relationship to work and leisure, social legislation, political protest and Thatcherism HIST 362-3 (BC=3) HIST 377-3 (BC=3) and the New Conservatives. (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks The United States since 1865 20th Century Canada HIST 349-6 (BC=6) Survey of the United States from the end The impact of industrialization on Canada (3-0) 30 weeks of the Civil War to the present. Topics may and Canada’s role in international affairs The British Empire and Commonwealth include: the impact of industrialization, in the 20th century. Canada and the two The analysis of British Imperialism from imperialism, racial inequalities, World War World Wars. The growth of federal power. the Old to the New Empires to the One and World War Two, youth culture Canada as a northern nation. Quebec establishment of the Commonwealth. This and the 1960s, and the era of the Cold War. nationalism. Western alienation. course treats imperialism as a dialectic and Students with credit in HIST 360 cannot take examines the process from the point of this course for credit. HIST 379-3 (BC=3) view of both the imperial and host nations. (3-0) 15 weeks Emphasis is placed on India, the West Indies, HIST 372-3 (BC=3) The First Nations and Canada North America and Africa. The course is a (3-0) 15 weeks The First Nations and their relations to the combination of seminar and lecture. The Prairie West Since 1870 peoples of European origin who came to The Prairie region as part of the Dominion live on the territory that is Canada today, HIST 351-3 (BC=3) of Canada. The West and Confederation. The and who have reshaped its geography, (3-0-0) 15 weeks impact of the railway. The National Policy. culture, and governance. Issues may include History of the British Empire Settlement. Developing a regional identity. colonization, the establishment of the INtroduction to the social, intellectual, Western alienation. treaty system, assimilation policies, and the cultural, and political history of the British revival of Aboriginal political awareness. Empire from its origins to 1997. Empire HIST 373-3 (BC=3) Recommended preparation: 3 credits in will be examined both from a British and (3-0) 15 weeks Canadian History. colonial perspective. Students with credit in Canadian History to 1867 HIST 349 cannot take this course for credit. Canada’s colonial era. The discovery and settlement of the regions that would be HIST 357-3 (BC=3) united in the Dominion of Canada in 1867. (3-0-0) 15 weeks The development of social and political Gender and Sexuality in History institutions. This course and HIST 374 Explore the history of the West through the provide a complete survey of Canadian lens of gender and sexuality. Issues include history and a foundation for senior and the social construction of gender and advanced courses in this field. sexuality, their economic, class, ethnic, religious, and political dimensions, as well as how these themes influence the writing of history. Prerequisites: 3 credits in HIST or consent of the department.

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INTD 240-3 (BC=3) INTD 321-3 (BC=3) Interdisciplinary (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-1) 15 weeks Studies Integrated Arts Approach to Movement Contemporary Art in Process I Application of physical education 20th century trends in music, drama, visual Note: Courses in interdisciplinary studies will emphasizing the connection between art, dance, and creative writing. The course normally be ‘team taught’ by members of creative expression through the mediums involves individual and group work by way different disciplines. of art, music, drama, dance and wellness as of studying, being exposed to, and applying it applies to work with diverse clients with these disciplines. There are both evening Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. multiple needs. Provides students with performances and presentations and day Check Course Timetable for availability. creative alternatives to maximize the quality of classes. Limited to second and/or third year life for clients broadening their outlook on the students. GNED 1102-3 (BC=3) connection between creativity and wellness (3-0) 15 weeks in physical education. INTD 322-3 (BC=3) Controversies in Science (3-1) 15 weeks Introduction to scientific and mathematical INTD 241-3 (BC=3) Contemporary Art in Process II knowledge and its role in society. The (3-0-0) 15 weeks INTD 321 continued. scientific method, the role of mathematics Wellness & Lifestyle Management Prerequisite: INTD 321 or consent of and statistics as reasoning tools in This course introduces the student to instructor. the analysis of scientific controversies. concepts of health, wellness and fitness, Researching, evaluating, and writing about providing practical strategies for developing INTD 325-3 (BC=3) science. and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Students, (3-0) 15 weeks through lectures, practical experience Mindfulness, Meditation & the Body GNED 1203-3 (BC=3) and self-evaluation will address personal Introduction to contemplative practices (3-0) 15 weeks wellness in the areas of fitness, nutrition, with a focus on secular meditation and Cultural Perspectives on Science stress management and self-responsibility. mindful body work. Topics include various This course introduces science as a cultural The course serves to assist the student in self- contemporary practices, the influence of activity with the goal of developing critical empowerment by developing and promoting neuroscience, impact on professions, brain thinking and writing skills. Students will healthy eating, attitudes of physical activity health, and how practices benefit clients/ learn to be conversant with some of and behaviors for themselves and others. patients/employees/students and self. the issues and debates concerning how Prerequisite: Any 200 level course. science, technology, or medicine have INTD 301-5 (BC=5) shaped and continue to shape beliefs, (2-0-14) 2 weeks INTD 370-3 (BC=3) values, and identities in our world. Cultural Immersion (3-0-0) 15 weeks The focus of this course is to develop cross- Global Development and Health GNED 1301-3 (BC=3) cultural competencies through immersion in Overview of global development and (3-0) 15 weeks an international setting or selected domestic health issues in a cross-cultural context. Citizenship Without Borders location. Interagency collaboration and In this course students will examine, Students will gain a broad overview and practical experience with an emphasis on from interdisciplinary perspectives, major understanding of issues related to global global issues and their impact on health global issues, and the promotion of global interaction and global interconnectedness. in regions with middle or low income development and health in middle and The complex concept of “globalization” populations will be the focus of this course. lower income regions. will be analyzed through interdisciplinary Recommended prerequisites: Any 200 level Prerequisite: Any 200 level course, or perspectives and students will be university transfer course. consent of the instructor. encouraged, through debating key issues, to be active global citizens. Instructors may INTD 311-3 (BC=3) INTD 375-3 (BC=3) approach the course through the use of (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks specific thematic structures. Place, Environment and Health An Interdisciplinary Approach to Social An introduction to the geography of Gerontology health providing a spatial understanding This interdisciplinary course on social of population health focusing on the gerontology introduces students to issues determinants of health, the provision of associated with aging in Canadian society. healthcare services and the role of place Social gerontology is explored from a and environment in contemporary health variety of perspectives and disciplines. challenges. Prerequisite: Any 200 level university transfer Prerequisites: Any 200 level university transfer course or consent of the department. course.

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INTP 102-4 (BC=4) KNSS 204-3 (BC=3) (4-0-0) 15 weeks Kinesiology and (3-0-0) 15 weeks Healthcare Anatomy and Physiology Sport Studies Introduction to Sociocultural Explore basic biological structures and Foundations of Physical Education, functions of the human body using a Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Leisure and Sport. systems approach. Develop understanding Check Course Timetable for availability. Study of the nature, function and role of of the significance of interrelationships play, physical education, recreation, leisure, between systems. Consider specific A. Kinesiology and Sport Studies Courses and games as a basis for understanding applications relevant to various health the sociocultural foundations of sport and disciplines. Use of medical terminology will KNSS 200-3 (BC=4) how contemporary society organizes and be emphasized. (3-0-2) 15 weeks transfers attitudes and skills. Structural Anatomy INTP 104-3 (BC=3) Study of human structure including the KNSS 205-3 (BC=3) (2-0-2) 15 weeks systems of the body with emphasis on (3-0-0) 15 weeks Healthcare Communication I those involved in human movement. History of Sport Develop verbal and non-verbal Laboratory work includes the use of various Development of the Olympic Sport communication and active listening learning tools. Movement and the history of sport and skills relative to professional health Prerequisite: Biology 30 recommended. leisure in Canada from colonial times care relationships and situations. to present providing a foundational Interprofessional collaboration is introduced KNSS 201-3 (BC=3) understanding of the historical by identifying roles, team functioning, (3-0-0) 15 weeks devellopment of sport. Topics will include leadership, communication, conflict Biomechanics the historical effect and changes in resolution, and client centered care. Qualitative analysis of human movement, professionalization, gender roles, culture, using biomechanical principles. Olympic games structure and socialization INTP 105-3 (BC=3) Principles are based on basic physics and in Canadian sport and leisure. (2-0-2) 15 weeks mathematical laws and theories which Prerequisite: KNSS 204. Healthcare Communication II are transferred to real world situations to Application of advanced communication improve motor performance in humans. KNSS 209-3 (BC=3) strategies to healthcare settings with a (3-0-0) 15 weeks client-centered, inter-professional focus. KNSS 202-3 (BC=4) Measurement and Evaluation Prerequisite: INTP 104 (3-0-2) 15 weeks Methods and techniques for evaluating Physiology of Exercise physical activity programs and participants. INTP 201-3 (BC=3) Examination of how the human body Applying tests and measurement in a (3-0-0 ) 15 weeks physiologically responds to exercise. The variety of sport community and institutional Interprofessional Leadership lecture and laboratory experiences are settings. Examine current leadership issues, trends, designed to promote a theoretical and theory, and practice to facilitate the practical understanding of the acute and KNSS 210-3 (BC=3) development of the knowledge, skills, chronic adaptations to the human body (2-0-2) 15 weeks and attributes required of a leader to with the implementation of a variety of Fitness and Wellness Theory and Practice envision change and enable optimal health exercise modes. Basic concepts of fitness and nutrition and outcomes from a collaborative inter- Prerequisite or Co-requisite: PSIO 258/259. how they apply to individual needs. professional perspective. Prerequisite PHT 140 or PN 258 KNSS 203-3 (BC=3) KNSS 214-3 (BC=4) (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-1) 15 weeks INTP 301-1 (BC=1) Skill Acquisition and Performance Introduction to Personal Physical Fitness (0-0-2) 7 weeks Theory of skill acquisition, motor learning, Examination and application of the Competency Screen and performance in a variety of sports, foundations of physical fitness, with Provides an opportunity for nursing physical activities, and recreation. emphasis on the knowledge and applicants to practice and demonstrate understanding of basic concepts and previously attained knowledge and skills methods of physical fitness and active from an approved Nursing Program. This living. assessment will partly determine placement within a RDC Nursing Program.

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KNSS 220-3 (BC=3) KNSS 260-3 (BC=3) KNSS 306-3 (BC=3) (3-0-1.5) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Introduction to Athletic Therapy Introduction to Coaching Theory Values and Ethics in Adapted Physical Athletic therapy in theory and practice. Introduction to coaching theory focusing Activity Sports medicine, care and prevention of on theoretical and practical coaching topics Exploration of the issues affecting the injuries, and safety in athletics and physical including ethical decision-making, practice lives of marginalized individuals and education. planning, basic mental skills, teaching and communities. Defining and challenging Prerequisite: KNSS 200. learning. historical moments, current issues, theories Note: This course meets the standards of and practices in the area of adapted KNSS 240-3 (BC=4) N.C.C.P. Part A & Part B. Theory. physical education and rehabilitation. (3-0-1.5) 15 weeks Insight into the key values that guide Adapted Physical Education KNSS 270-3 (BC=3) professional practice for rehabilitation Current trends, theory and practice in (2-0-2) 15 weeks professionals and the fundamental ethical adapted physical activity including an Leadership and Instruction in Physical practices in adapted physical activity. overview of possible changes to task, Activity Prerequisite: KNSS 240 or consent of the environment and instruction as it relates to Leadership, communication, instructional department. individuals with a disability. skills and development are explored on an individual and group basis and applied to a KNSS 307-3 (BC=3) KNSS 244-3 (BC=3) variety of settings and activities. (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Growth and Development Introduction to Nutrition KNSS 280-3 (BC=4) Growth and development using a lifespan Overview of normal nutritional (3-0-1) 15 weeks approach stressing changes in physical requirements, physiological functions Introduction to Outdoor Education growth and motor development with and food sources. Examination of the Concepts and experiences in outdoor emphasis on individual differences. importance of nutritional adequacy for education and leadership are explored optimal health and in disease prevention through a four day fall camp held during KNSS 340-3 (BC=3) including evaluation of nutritional issues the fourth week of August followed by (3-0-0) 15 weeks and nutritional status. weekly lectures. (See course notation in Pedagogies in Adapted Human Note: Not to be taken by students with the Kinesiology and Sport Studies Program Movement credit in KNSS 224. Description of the Academic Calendar. Application of differend pedagogical approaches to teach human movement KNSS 250-3 (BC=3) KNSS 285-3 (BC=3) required in adapted physical education (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks settings. Knowledge and experience will be Introduction to the Administration of Physical Activity and Aging gained working with individuals in diverse Sport, Physical Activity, and Recreation Examination of the biological, psychological populations through a community service Programs and sociological aspects of aging and their learning approach. Management concepts required to application in developing activities and Prerequisite: KNSS 240. successfully administer a sport, physical working with older adults. Emphasis will be activity, or recreation program. Tournament given to the role of physical activity and its KPED 292-3 (BC=4) building/planning and event management impact on aging. (3-0-1.5) 15 weeks are reinforced through practical learning Introduction to Elementary School experiences. KNSS 299-3 (BC=3) Physical Education (1.5-0-0) 30 weeks This course provides theoretical and KNSS 253-3 (BC=3) Directed Studies in Kinesiology and practical experiences in teaching and (3-0-0) 15 weeks Sport Studies planning physical education. Emphasis is Psychological Sport Performance Participation in applied practical on physical literacy and developmentally Introduction to sport psychology experiences through the completion of a appropriate activities for elementary school and mental performance focusing on cooperative work experience of 90 to 100 aged children 5-12. understanding human behavior in physical hours plus 45 hours of seminars over 30 activity and sport. This course examines weeks or two academic terms. KPED 294-3 (BC=3) the perspectives of sport psychology in Prerequisite: Consent of Chairperson. (3-0-0) 15 weeks conjunction with personality and social Introduction to the Movement Activities psychology. of Youth, Part I A wide range of physical activities and important underlying concepts. Emphasis is on understanding concepts which relate to games, skills, and activities.

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KPED 295-3 (BC=3) or minor, you need to take part in and KPAC 233-1.5 (BC=2) (3-0) 15 weeks appreciate a variety of activities, from your (2-1) 15 weeks Introduction to the Movement Activities own and other cultures, to better meet Racquetball/Squash of Youth, Part II the leisure and work needs of your clients. Theory and practice in service and service Emphasis is on individual activities in a You will develop a personal foundation of return, forehand and backhand strokes, and range of settings. physical activity, including appreciation, skill, basic tactics. (Must supply own equipment.) Prerequisite: KPED 294. analytical understanding, and knowledge about different activities. Physical activity is KPAC 235-3 (BC=3) KPED 309-3 (BC=3) the “physical” in physical education. (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Tennis Introduction to the Scientific Basis of KPAC 200-3 (BC=3) Theory and practice in service and service Human Movement (3-0) 15 weeks return, forehand and backhand strokes, Structure, function, and capacities of the Swimming approach shorts, volley, lob, and basic human body as they relate to movement. Theory and practice in the front and tactics. (Must supply own equipment.) Note: Not for Kinesiology degree credit. back crawl, breast stroke, side stroke, and elementary back stroke. Other aquatic skills. KPAC 237-3 (BC=3) B. Dance Courses (3-0) 15 weeks KPAC 211-3 (BC=3) Volleyball KDNC 200-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks Theory and practice in individual and team (3-1) 15 weeks Basketball activities. The Spectrum of Dance in Society Theory and practice in individual and team Theory and practice of dance as a human activities. KPAC 240-1.5 (BC=2) physical activity. Focus will be on the (2-1) 15 weeks aesthetic, expressive, and rhythmical KPAC 214-3 (BC=3) Baseball/Fastball aspects of movement in a culture’s (3-0) 15 weeks Theory and practice in individual and team artistic and social life. Movement content, activities. techniques, improvisation, and composition Technical and introductory tactical in a variety of dance forms. components of the game of ice hockey KPAC 245-3 (BC=3) are presented. Emphasis will be placed (3-0) 15 weeks KDNC 255-1.5 (BC=2) on improving both technical skills and Golf (2-1) 15 weeks coaching expertise. Students are eligible Theory and practice in driving, chipping, Social Dance for Hockey Canada Coach Level and pitching, and putting. A fee may be charged Theory and practice for individuals and Developmental Level Certification. for green and range fees. partners in the foxtrot, waltz, swing, rumba, cha cha, and additional dances. KPAC 218-3 (BC=3) KPAC 255-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks KDNC 260-1.5 (BC=2) Soccer Yoga for Beginners (2-1) 15 weeks Theoretical and practical aspects of Introduction to fundamental yoga postures Jazz Dance the game of soccer at an introductory and development of a basic understanding Theory and personal skill in body level including the four basic soccer of yoga theory as it pertains to health awareness and placement, locomotion, and skills: control, dribbling, passing and and wellness. Focus will be given to the choreographed jazz dance. shooting. Introduction to goalkeeping and different schools of Hatha Yoga, primarily transferring these skills into small sided on Ashtanga Yoga, emphasizing progressive KDNC 340-3 (BC=3) games. Adaptation of sk ills to indoor, practice of selected yoga asanas. (3-0-0) 15 weeks outdoor and special needs variations will Modern Dance also be covered. KPAC 260-1.5 (BC=2) Theory and practice in creative dance (2-1) 15 weeks technique, improvisation, and composition. KPAC 231-3 (BC=3) Gymnastics (3-0) 15 weeks Theory and practice in the basic C. Physical Activity Courses Badminton movements common to all forms of Physical activity is the primary means Theory and practice in service and service gymnastics. physical educators use to help others attain return, forehand and backhand drive, clear well-being and personal fulfillment. As a and smash, drop shots, basic tactics, and Kinesiology and Sport Studies student, officiating. (Must supply own equipment.) or an Education student with a P.E. major

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KPAC 270-1.5 (BC=2) KPAC 314-3 (BC=3) LEGL 105-1 (BC=1) (2-1) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks (1-0) 15 weeks Track and Field Analysis and Instruction of Ice Hockey Introduction to the Canadian Legal Theory and practice in sprints, long jump, Advanced theory of the game of Ice Hockey System shot put, hurdles, high jump, discus, is emphasized. Included are on-ice skills The operation and various roles in the distance running, triple jump, javelin, and development and the practice of on-ice Canadian legal system including the pole vault. tactics and multiple player strategies. (Must processes and institutions involved in supply own equipment). making laws. KPAC 281-1.5 (BC=2) Prerequisite: KPAC 214 or consent of (2-1) 15 weeks Department. LEGL 110-3 (BC=3) Cross Country Skiing Note: You must have the minimum skating (3-0) 15 weeks Personal skill development in diagonal ability of an average hockey player. Litigation I striding, double poling, skating, christy and Introduction to civil litigation including the telemark. KPAC 321-3 (BC=3) legal system, structure of a law suit, Rules of Note: One day trip will be scheduled on a (3-0-0) 15 weeks Court, commencing an action by Statement weekend during the course. Applied Resistance Training of Clain, Judgments if no defence, and Examination and application of settlement procedures. KPAC 290-3 (BC=3) fundamental and specific principles (3-0) 15 weeks associated with resistance training LEGL 115-3 (BC=3) Metabolic Conditioning methodologies. (3-0) 15 weeks Develop knowledge and training in Litigation I I cardiovascular fitness through aerobic and KPAC 337-3 (BC=3) Examination of the Defendant’s choices in a anaerobic conditioning. (3-0-0) 15 weeks contested law suit. Also includes torts and Analysis and Instruction of Volleyball how matters get to trial when settlements KPAC 296-3 (BC=3) Theory, practice, and teaching of basic skills. are not successful. (3-0) 15 weeks Emphasis is on acquiring skills and basic Prerequisite: LEGL 110. Flexibility and Relaxation team systems. Study of flexibility and relaxation, in Prerequisite: KPAC 237 or consent of LEGL 120-3 (BC=3) relation to overall fitness and personal well Department. (3-0) 15 weeks being, through physiological, historical, Corporate Law biomechanical, individual, cultural and Review of Alberta business structures and leadership perspectives. Exploration legal procedures including creating and of practical methods to include this maintaining a corporate minute book in knowledge into personal life and leadership Legal Assistant accordance with the Business Corporations training. Act, reporting to the law office client and (Open to Legal Assistant students or with completing the annual requirements of the KPAC 310-3 (BC=3) consent of the Department.) corporation. (3-0-0) 15 weeks Aquatics Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. LEGL 125-2 (BC=2) The development of proficiency in Check Course Timetable for availability. (2-0) 15 weeks swimming, understanding of scientific Contracts principles applied to performance and LEGL 100-3 (BC=3) Components of a contract, common analysis of aquatic skills, development (3-0) 15 weeks problems and their remedies. of teaching skills, and understanding Beginning Keyboarding Prerequisite: LEGL 105. and application of lifesaving theory and Introduction to keyboarding skills including resuscitation. touch keying with no key watching. LEGL 130-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: Red Cross Blue Level (Level 6) Emphasis on building skills through proper (3-0) 15 weeks or ability to swim front crawl and back crawl technique. Prior Learning recognition is Real Estate I efficiently. available and must be completed before Introduction to real estate practice for legal the course add/ drop date. assistants in Alberta including an overview KPAC 311-3 (BC=3) of the Land Titles system, Personal Property (3-0-0) 15 weeks Registry system, types of ownership and Analysis and Instruction of Basketball documentation used in this practice. Theory, practice, and teaching of the fundamental skills of basketball. Prerequisite: KPAC 211 or consent of Department.

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LEGL 135-3 (BC=3) LEGL 215-3 (BC=3) LEGL 240-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Business Keyboarding Litigation IV Family Law Accuracy and speed building in Development of draft documents for Production of documentation for an keyboarding skills including Dictaphone chamber applications, using a problem application for parenting, a Divorce and a work and document production for the solving approach, based upon fact Separation Agreement using the Family creation of business forms, legal documents situations using the Rules of Court as the Law Act, Divorce Act, Matrionial Property and correspondence. primary resource. Act and the Rules of Court. Includes issues Prerequisite: LEGL 100. Prerequisite: LEGL 210. regarding support, custody, access, and also alternative dispute resolution methods. LEGL 140-3 (BC=3) LEGL 220-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks LEGL 245-3 (BC=3) Introductory Information Processing for Intermediate Information Processing for (3-0) 15 weeks the Legal Assistant the Legal Assistant Technology Integration for the Legal This is a supported self-directed course Application of advanced word processing Assistant covering an introduction to computers concepts, communication, scheduling and Application of advanced computer together with introductory and law office accounting software. applications using a case based approach to intermediate level word processing. Prerequisite: LEGL140. cloud computing, spreadsheets, databases This course will provide a foundation of and specific law office software. computer literacy for the Legal Assistant LEGL 225-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: LEGL 220. field. Not available for Prior Learning (3-0) 15 weeks recognition. Estate Administration LEGL 250-3 (BC=3) Preparation of necessary documentation (15 hrs class/175 hrs) 6 weeks LEGL 145-2 (BC=2) for the transfer of a deceased ’s estate to Practicum (2-0) 15 weeks beneficiaries based on the Surrogate Court Directed practicum preparation followed Criminal Law Rules. Includes applications for Probate and by 175 hours (equivalent of about 5 weeks The principles and administration of Administration. of full time work) of supervised practicum criminal law using the Criminal Code of Prerequisite: LEGL 205. in a legal environment in the role of legal Canada and the Charter of Rights and assistant. Freedoms. LEGL 230-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: Completion of all other (3-0) 15 weeks requirements with a GPA of 2.0. LEGL 200-3 (BC=3) Real Estate II (3-0) 15 weeks File development in the practice of real Professional and Interpersonal Skills estate in Alberta, focusing on the legal Application of professional skills and assistants’ role in the purchasing and hehaviour, including ethids, as well as financing of residential real estate. Mathematics development of interpersonal conflict Prerequisite: LEGL 130. resolution and job search skills. Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. LEGL 233-3 (BC=3) Check Course Timetable for availability. LEGL 205-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Commercial Law MATH 202-3 (BC=4) Estate Planning Introduction to the purchase and sale (3-2) 15 weeks Preparation of Wills, Enduring Powers of a business including: Master Sales Elementary Calculus I of Attorney, Personal Directives, and Agreements, sale of shares, sale of assets, Review of analytical geometry, applications for a Guardian and Trustee and the Alberta Personal Property Registry differentiation and integration of simple the associated documents including the system and commercial financing. functions, and applications. distribution of an estate when a person dies Prerequisites LEGL 120 & LEGL 230. Prerequisite: Math 30-1. without a will. Note: You should take MATH 203 if you have LEGL 235-3 (BC=3) at least 70% in Math 31. LEGL 210-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Real Estate III Litigation III File development in the practice of real Collection of judgments, Writs of estate in Alberta focusing on both Seller Enforcement, garnishment, seizures and and Buyer perspectives for a variety of an introduction to Chamber applications. transactions. Prerequisite: LEGL 115. Prerequisite: LEGL 230.

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MATH 203-3 (BC=3) MATH 223-3 (BC=3) MATH 302-3 (BC=4) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0-1) 15 weeks (4-0) 15 weeks Elementary Calculus Applied Linear Algebra Intermediate Calculus I Review of analytical geometry, Vectors and matrices. Solution of linear Infinite series. Plane curves and polar differentiation and integration of simple equations. Equations of lines and planes. coordinates. Vectors and three dimensional functions, and applications. Vector spaces and bases. Determinants. analytic geometry. Partial derivatives. Prerequisite: Math 30-1 and 31 or the Matrix algebra. Orthogonality and Prerequisite: MATH 204 or equivalent. equivalent. applications (least squares, Gram-Schmidt). Note: Not recommended if you have less Eigenvalues and eigenvectors and MATH 303-3 (BC=4) than 70% in Math 31. applications. (4-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: Math 212. Intermediate Calculus II MATH 204-3 (BC=3) Note: Designed for Engineering Students First order and second order linear differential (3-1) 15 weeks equations with constant coefficients. Curves, Elementary Calculus II MATH 230-3 (BC=3) tangent vectors, and arc length. Integration in Differentiation and integration of (3-0) 15 weeks two and three dimensions. Polar, cylindrical, trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic Mathematics: Ideas and Applications and spherical coordinates. Line and surface functions. Indeterminate forms and Introduction to logic and set theory. integrals. Green’s divergence and Stoke’s improper integrals. Techniques of Introduction to mathematical systems, theorems. integration. Applications. number systems, and related topics. Basic Prerequisite: MATH 302. Prerequisite: MATH 202 or 203 or equivalent. algebra and analytic geometry. Problem Note: You cannot have credit in both MATH solving and word problems. Systems of MATH 313-3 (BC=3) 204 and MATH 213. equations and inequalities. Graphing. (3-1S-0) 15 weeks Max/ min problems. Linear programming. Differential Equation MATH 212-3 (BC=4) Introduction to probability and statistics. First order linear and non-linear equations. (3-2) 15 weeks Applications in social and life science. Linear differential equations with constant Calculus I Prerequisite: Math 30 or equivalent is coefficients. Laplace Transforms and Review of functions and analytic geometry. recommended. application. Picard’s method. Series solutions. Trigonometric, logarithmic, exponential Note: This course is intended for Arts and Prerequisite: MATH 204 or 213 or equivalent. and hyperbolic functions. Inverse functions. Humanities students. Not accepted as an Co-requisite: MATH 302. Limits and continuity. Derivatives and their option for science majors at the University Note: Open to Engineering, Agricultural interpretation. Methods of differentiation of Calgary and the University of Lethbridge. Engineering, B.Sc. in Physics, Geophysics, and applications. Parametric and polar Computer Science, Geography (Meteorology) coordinates and functions. MATH 251-3 (BC=3) and Mathematics students only. Prerequisite: Math 30-1 and 31. (3-0) 15 weeks Note: Designed for Engineering students. Mathematics of Finance I MATH 328-3 (BC=3) Simple and compound interest. Simple and (3-0) 15 weeks MATH 213-3 (BC=5) general annuities certain. Variable annuities Introduction to Abstract Algebra (4-2) 15 weeks and perpetuities. Amortization schedules. Properties of integers. Permutations. Calculus II Sinking funds. Applications. Groups. Lagrange’s theorem. Factor groups. Integrals and areas: numerical methods Prerequisites: Math 30 -1. Polynomials. Rings. Fields. and the Fundamental Theorem of calculus. Prerequisite: Math 30 and a previous Basic integration methods. Applications MATH 260-3 (BC=3) university-level mathematics course. of integration to lengths, areas, volumes, (3-0) 15 weeks and other physical quantities. Advanced Higher Arithmetic integration methods. Differential equations. Critical thinking & problem solving. Tools for I nfinite ser ies and Ta ylor expansions. problem solving. Numeration systems, system Prerequisites: MATH 212. of integers and elementary number theory, Note: Designed for Engineering students. modulo mathematics. Rational numbers, ratio and proportion. Introduction to statistics. MATH 221-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: Math 30-1 or Math 30-2 or (3-0) 15 weeks consent of the Department. Linear Algebra I Note: This course is restricted to Elementary Solving linear systems of equations. Matrix Education students. algebra. Determinants, vectors, lines and planes, vector spaces, and applications. Prerequisite: Math 30-1.

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MET 135-3 (BC=3) MET 210-2 (BC=3) Mechanical (2-2-0) 15 weeks (2-0-2/2) 15 weeks Engineering Thermodynamics Building Systems Examine the first and second laws of Design building systems such as Heating, Technology thermodynamics. Analyze thermodynamic Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC), cycles, including heat pumps, heat engine, fire protection, and piping/plumbing. Learn Note: MET courses are open to Engineering and refrigeration. Learn the fundamentals of how to calculate thermal loads. Develop Technology students only. heat transfer. skills needed to interpret building system Prerequisite: GET 111. drawings, specifications and codes. MET 102-2 (BC=3) Prerequisite: MET 135. (2-0-2/2) 15 weeks MET 140-3 (BC=3) Fabrication (2-0-2) 15 weeks MET 212-4 (BC=4) Learn basic fabrication operations, tools, 3D CAD (3-0-3) 15 weeks and industrial safety practices. Experience Extend knowledge of 2D CAD to 3D Manufacturing the fabrication environment and the parametric solid modeling of parts and Gain an understanding of the capabilities application of layout tools, hand tools and assemblies. Learn geometric dimensioning and limitations of material removal, measuring tools. Learn about welding and tolerancing for manufacturing addition, and shaping manufacturing methods and surface processes. applications. Reconstruct actual surfaces in processes. Operate manufacturing Prerequisites: GET 101, GET 106. software. equipment such as machining and rapid Prerequisite: GET 106. prototyping tools. MET 120-3 (BC=3) Prerequisites: MET 102, MET 125, MET 140. (3-0-0) 15 weeks MET 201-3 (BC=4) Statics (3-0-3/2)15 weeks MET 220-3 (BC=3) Engineering design: forces, loads and Fluid and Bulk Materials Systems (3-0-0) 15 weeks stresses. Establish free body diagrams, Learn about the concepts, design, and Strength of Materials calculate moments and stresses and study applications of hydraulic and pneumatic Review the basic concepts of strength of vector mathematics, centroid, distributed fluid power systems and bulk materials materials as well as stress and strain due to loads, strains, safety factor, Hooke’s Law. handling systems. Simulation and practical various loadings including thermal loading. Prerequisite: GET 111. troubleshooting of fluids circuits will be Prerequisite: GET 112, MET 120, MET 125. explored. MET 125-3 (BC=3) Prerequisites: MET 130, MET 135. MET 224-3 (BC=4) (3-0-2/2) 15 weeks (3-0-3/2) 15 weeks Materials Science MET 205-2 (BC=3) Reliability and Failure Analysis Gain an understanding of the effects of (2-0-2/2) 15 weeks Gain the knowledge and tools needed physical and chemical influences on the Dynamics to design for reliability and conduct properties of solid materials. Study and Learn the mechanical principles of motion an engineering investigation to assess investigate mechanical, thermal, electrical and forces of dynamic systems. Study potential sources, causes and solutions for and magnetic behaviors. Destructive and the kinematics and kinetics of objects failure prevention and analysis. nondestructive testing will be covered in in translation and rotation, the effect of Prerequisites: GET 101, GET 202, MET 125. detail. acceleration on motion, in addition to conservation of energy principles and MET 230-2 (BC=3) MET 130-2 (BC=3) applications. (2-0-2/2) 15 weeks (2-0-2/2) 15 weeks Prerequisites: MET 120; GET 112. Robotics Fluid Mechanics Study robotics as a convergence of Study fluid statics, manometry laws, MET 208-3 (BC=3) electrical & mechanical engineering, similarity and dimensional analysis as well as (3-0-0) 15 weeks computer science, control theory and Bernoulli’s equation, laminar and turbulent Mechanical Design automation. Learn robot applications, types, flow, Reynolds number, buoyancy, energy Learn and apply the concepts of machine tools, programming, drive systems, object loss and pump design, forces on gates, and design, including the analysis and selection detection, safety, communications and flow and pressure measurement. of components such as shafts, threaded specifications. Prerequisite: GET 111. fasteners, bearings, gears, and springs. Prerequisites: GET 103, GET 112. Specific applications to work holding (jig Corequisites: MET 205 - Dynamics. and fixture design) will be included. Prerequisites: MET 140, MET 205, MET 220.

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MET 235-3 (BC=4) MLA 105-2 (BC=2) (3-0-3/2) 15 weeks Medical Lab Assistant (22 class) Computer Integrated Manufacturing Infection Control and Safety MLA 100-2 (BC=2) Explore Computer Integrated Infection control - it’s a hot topic across the (22 class) Manufacturing, including materials world and demands attention in any Health Professional Relations handling systems, group technology, care profession. Learn about the basics, This introductory course develops the industrial robots, computer vision, and including transmission of microorganisms, learner’s understanding of the importance Coordinate Measuring Machines. Test and immunization practices for healthcare of effective interpersonal communication simulate an assembly line using a miniature workers, blood-borne pathogens (Hepatitis skills and team work in the health care production system. and HIV ), SARS, standard precautions, setting. The diverse needs and human Prerequisites: MET 230, MET 260. isolation procedures, sterilization and relations posed by health care clients are disinfection, safety and WHIMS. also explored. Students will analyze their MET 240-4 (BC=4) personal effectiveness related to wellness (3-0-2) 15 weeks MLA 106-3 (BC=3) and stress management. CNC Manufacturing (30 class, 30 lab) Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Blood Collection & Handling MLA 101-1 (BC=1) machining processes and programming. This course provides information and (12 class, 12 lab) Select suitable machine tools, set up correct practical experience on the suitability, Basic Electrocardiography parameters, understand machining process collection, handling and transportation of This course is designed to provide basic critical path, and carry out simulations and blood specimens to help ensure quality theoretical aspects and the practical processes on industrial CNC machines. laboratory results. Emphasis will be placed experience required to perform Prerequisite: MET 140 and MET 212. on collection of blood samples from adults, electrocardiograms. Includes recording children and infants. A variety of collection technique, recognition and remedies of MET 258-3 (BC=3) techniques for venipuncture and capillary artifacts, and basic information on infarct (3-0-0) 15 weeks puncture will be covered. Professionalism recognition. Capstone Project and excellent client service will be stressed Researching and compiling a technical throughout this course. The studens will MLA 102-1 (BC=1) report on a topic that will incorporate be introduced to a Laboratory Information (12 class) the skill set of a Mechanical Engineering System (LIS). Quality Management Technology graduate. Progress reports This course is designed to provide a occur at regular intervals. Concluding oral MLA 107-2 (BC=2) complete overview of methods used to presentation to an industry audience. (22 class, 14 lab) ensure quality patient care. The emphasis Prerequisites: Term three course completion Introduction to General Laboratory will be on quality assurance and quality or consent of Associate Dean. Procedures control technique. This course provides the theory and MET 260-2 (BC=3) practice required to perform basic MLA 103-2 (BC=2) (2-0-3/2) 15 weeks procedures within the clinical laboratory. (30 class) Manufacturing Automation Laboratory glassware and pipettes, Basic Anatomy and Physiology Install, configure, program and interface microscopes, basic laboratory equipment, This course has been designed to develop a variety of hardware and software in and reagent preparation with related a basic understanding of the structure and a manufacturing environment. Use mathematical calculations will be covered. function of selected systems in the human Human Machine Interfaces to link with body. Programmable Logic Controllers and other MLA 108-2 (BC=2) devices to monitor and control equipment (32 class, 18 lab) MLA 104-1 (BC=1) and processes. Introduction to Medical Laboratory (17 class) Prerequisites: GET 101, GET 103, GET 114. Testing Medical Terminology This course provides the student with a better Knowing and using correct terminology understanding of the different departments is part of effective communication. In in a clinical laboratory and the medical health care, the terminology is especially laboratory procedures associated with each. important and needs to be understood by Emphasis will be placed on the definition, all members of the team. Take your first terminology and purpose of selected medical steps in learning the proper terminology laboratory tests. The practical component used in health and medical sciences. of this course includes basic procedures in Hematology, Microbiology, Anatomic Pathology, and Cytology.

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MLA 109-2 (BC=2) MPA 304-3 (BC=3) (26 class, 10 lab) Microbiology (3-0) 15 weeks Miscellaneous Specimen Processing Screenwriting Techniques MICR 365-3 (BC=4) This course introduces students to different Provides a practical introduction to (3-0-3) 15 weeks types of specimens analyzed in the appropriate formats and techniques for General Microbiology II laboratory, including urine, stool (fecal), screenwriting, and includes narrative Nutrient uptake, metabolism, extracellular tissue, sputum, and other body fluids. forms and structure, character and story proteins, chemotaxis, and differentiation. Students will learn how to instruct patients throughlines. Students will apply their The eukaryotic microbes, their ecological properly to provide such specimens as knowledge and skills to short screenwriting roles, and eukaryotic cell culture. The required. Theoretical background and projects. interactions environment and symbiotic practical experience will be provided in relationships. Basic principles of industrial the preparation of specimens for analysis. MPA 305-3 (BC=3) microbiology. The use of biotechnology These procedures include specimen (3-0) 15 weeks for producing economically and medically sorting, accessioning (data entry), checking Motion Picture Directing important substances. Laboratory exercises specimen suitability, centrifugation, Director’s responsibilities, strategies, deal with topics related to the lecture aliquoting, and delivery of specimens to and skills including technical aspects material. appropriate laboratory departments. of production and analysis of scripts. Prerequisite: BIOL 217 and CHEM 251 or Knowledge and skills will be used to direct CHEM 351. MLA 110-2 (BC=2) performers and crew in scene work. (20 class, 22 lab) Urinalysis MPA 311-3 (BC=3) The examination of urine provides a wide (3-0) 15 weeks variety of useful medical information Motion Picture Arts Motion Picture Technology regarding diseases of the urinary tract Knowledge and maintenance and as well as certain systemic diseases that MPA 301-3 (BC=3) operational skills in production and post. produce quantitative alterations of urine (3-0) 15 weeks production technologies such as analog constituents or the excretion of abnormal Motion Picture Fundamentals I and digital imaging systems, film/video substances. Macroscopic (chemical) Development of knowledge of all aspects transfer systems, compositing, etc. Explore and microscopic evaluation of urine of motion picture production. emerging production technologies such as constituents will be learned. Includes development of basic competence motion control. in production, direction and Prerequisite: MPA 315. MLA 115-8 (BC=8) communication. (40 lab, 240 Practicum) MPA 312-3 (BC=3) Clinical Practicum MPA 302-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks Simulation lab and an unpaid practicum (3-0) 15 weeks Audition Techniques focused on practical experience in settings Motion Picture Fundamentals II Emphasis is on the knowledge, strategies, where staffing includes Medical Laboratory Further development of knowledge in and skills needed for professional auditions. Assistants. Experience is provided at aspects of live action motion picture Students will develop a professional collection sites, rapid response laboratories production. resume, photograph, and industry standard and acute care sites. Travel to rural locations MPA 303-3 (BC=3) reels/ tapes/DVD. or to Edmonton to complete all or portions (3-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: MPA 317. of the practicum experience may be Motion Picture Business/Career Path required. An examination of film financing, MPA 315-4 (BC=4) Prerequisite: A minimum grade of 2.0 in budgeting, scheduling and distribution. (3-3) 15 weeks each of MLA 100 through MLA 110. Included is entertainment law and the Motion Picture Production I societal and political context of the Skill development in cinematography, Canadian film industry. Students will camera operation, lighting, editing, sound, establish contacts with appropriate unions, and production management. Flexibility agents and develop self-promotional and learning skills needed to acquire strategies. specialized expertise is emphasized.

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MPA 316-4 (BC=4) MPA 403-15 (BC=10) (3-3) 15 weeks (0-35) 15 weeks Music Motion Picture Production II Applied Motion Picture Practicum I Note: Not all courses listed are offered Further development in cinematography, The first term of a two-term mentored every semester or every year. Check Course camera operation, lighting, editing, sound practicum. This involves: 1) The production Timetable for availability. and production management. of a substantial motion picture project Prerequsitie: MPA 315. (including concept, production, Performance Ensembles (BC=2) postproduction, marketing and promotion) (2 cr/semester) MPA 317-4 (BC=4) with access to College equipment and (0-3) 15 weeks (3-3) 15 weeks facilities; and/or 2) work experience in the The study and performance of standard Motion Picture Acting I motion picture industry, with a combination and current literature appropriate to the Knowledge of terminology, set etiquette, of paid work, auditions, workshops, etc. specific vocal or instrumental ensemble. set directions and the roles and functions accumulated under the guidance of MPA Membership is limited and is by audition. of other film personnel. Opportunities to staff. Scheduled public performances are practice performance on camera using Prerequisite: Completion of 3rd year of the generally a part of each ensemble effective vocal and physical character traits. MPA program. experience. All ensembles are offered on a Emphasis is on developing a confident corequisite basis only, eg. students must be poise for on camera and audio recording. MPA 404-15 (BC=10) registered in the same ensemble sequence (0-35) 15 weeks for both Fall and Winter semesters (eg. 201 MPA 318-4 (BC=4) Applied Motion Picture Practicum II Fall/202 Winter), unless special permission (3-3) 15 weeks The second term of a two-term mentored is granted by the Department. The first Motion Picture Acting II practicum. This involves: 1) The production semester is normally prerequisite to the Emphasis is on advancing knowledge of a substantial motion picture project second. and skills developed in Film Acting I in (including concept, production, Note: All ensembles are open (by audition) order to believably perform scenes of postproduction, marketing and promotion) to students from all departments in the emotional intensity. Performance skills for with access to College equipment and college. various motion picture media and specific facilities; and/or 2) work experience in the Note: *Check the Alberta Transfer Guide genre requirements will be developed. motion picture industry, with a combination for specific transfer information for MUSE Prerequisite: MPA 317. of paid work, auditions, workshops, etc. courses marked with an asterisk*. accumulated under the guidance of MPA MPA 320-4 (BC=4) staff. MUSE 201, 202, 301, 302, 351, 352 (0-12) 15 weeks Prerequisite: MPA 403. Symphonic Winds* I, II, III, IV, V, VI Motion Picture Projects I A concert band that rehearses and performs Application of knowledge and skills to Please refer to Degree Completion Program wind literature representing traditional and initiate, develop and produce media Section for Year 4 of the Bachelor of Applied contemporary styles, with priority given to projects from concept to completion. Team Motion Picture Arts Degree. important European and North American skills, integrity, self-confidence, initiative, stylistic periods. Emphasis is placed on and professionalism are integral to success. learning musicianship through the stylistic diversity of selected repertoire. The choice MPA 321-4 (BC=4) of repertoire will also consider the literature (0-12) 15 weeks available to future educators in the Motion Picture Projects II secondary school setting. Further application of knowledge and skills Note: Not eligible for challenge. to develop media projects from concept to completion. Team skills, integrity, self- MUSE 203, 204, 303, 304, 353, 354 confidence, initiative and professionalism Concert Choir* I, II, III, IV, V, VI are integral to success. A wide range of quality traditional and Prerequisite: MPA 320. contemporary choral music is performed in a mixed choir of approximately 40 members. The integration of personal musical development with the principles of group work and the development of blend are important aspects of the course. Note: Not eligible for challenge.

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MUSE 205, 206, 305, 306, 355, 356 MUSE 217, 218, 317, 318, 367, 368 MUSI 195-2 (BC=2) Jazz Ensemble* I, II, III, IV, V, VI Chamber Choir I, II, III, IV, V, VI (2-0) 15 weeks A jazz band that rehearses and performs This ensemble is geared towards the Introductory Aural Skills I music characteristic of the big band era experienced singer and will explore For students with little or no formal as well as literature of the modern day advanced choral literature in both aural skills training who have interest in jazz ensemble. Students will explore the traditional and contemporary genres. improving their musicianship or who are various styles within this genre and develop Enrolment is limited to approximately 16.24 preparing to enter the Music Diploma improvisational skills required for this idiom. members. Specific goals include gaining program. Emphasis will be placed on the Note: Not eligible for challenge. experience performing choral music in identification by ear and sight of melodies, front of a live audience, building a varied rhythms and harmonies. Music dictation MUSE 207, 208, 307, 308, 357, 358 repertoire of music, and learning the and elementary sight-singing will be an Jazz Choir* I, II, III, IV, V, VI principles of group work and integrating integral aspect of the course. This vocal ensemble will help you learn how these principles with individual skills. to perform Jazz, Swing and Popular music in Note: Not eligible for challenge. MUSI 196-3 (BC=3) the style appropriate to each. (3-0) 15 weeks MUSE 219, 220, 319, 320, 369, 370 Introductory Music Theory II MUSE 209, 210, 309, 310, 359, 360 Chamber Ensemble* I, II, III, IV, V, VI Skills and knowledge gained in MUSI 194 Orchestra* I, II, III, IV, V, VI The focus is on the rehearsal and will form the basis for more extensive Selected woodwind, brass, string, and performance of acoustic, classical music work in music reading, chord building, and percussion students who are playing at for small groups of two to four players or cadence construction. advanced levels may arrange an audition singers. The makeup of the ensemble or Prerequisite: MUSI 194 or consent of with the conductor of the Red Deer ensembles will vary depending on the Department Chair. Symphony Orchestra. This is a professional interests and skills of those enrolled. orchestra which draws players from across Note: Not eligible for challenge. MUSI 197-2 (BC=2) the province. (2-0) 15 weeks Note: Not eligible for challenge. MUSE 221, 222, 321, 322, 371, 372 Introductory Aural Skills II Percussion Ensemble* I, II, III, IV, V, VI Skills and knowledge gained in MUSI 195 MUSE 211, 212, 311, 312, 361, 362 Rehearsal and performance of percussion will form the basis for more extensive work Jazz Combo* I, II, III, IV, V, VI ensemble literature that will be arranged for in melodic and harmonic dictation, interval Students work together in small groups various combinations of the following recognition and sight-singing. to create arrangements of both old and instruments: marimba, xylophone, Prerequisite: MUSI 195 or consent of new jazz tunes. Weekly coaching sessions vibraphone, drum set, congas, snare drum, Department Chair. introduce various ideas and exercises to timpani, etd. enhance both improvisational ability and an Prerequisite: Audition. MUSI 203-3 (BC=3) understanding of jazz as a specific style. Note: Not eligible for challenge. (3-0) 15 weeks Note: Not eligible for challenge. Computer Music Technology MUSI 194-3 (BC=3) Practical techniques, theory and MUSE 213, 214, 313, 314, 363, 364 (3-0) 15 weeks applications for computer-based multitrack Contemporary Styles I, II, III, IV, V, VI Introductory Music Theory I MIDI sequencing and multitrack digital Bands are formed within the class and are For students with little or no formal music audio, synthesizers, samplers, sound design, used as structured lab settings to explore theory background who have interest in special effects processing, and computer the fundamental elements of important understanding the rudiments of music music notation and printing. Survey of styles such as rock and roll, country, Latin, notation or who are preparing to enter applications for live music and theatre and alternative. the Music Diploma program. 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MUSI 210-6 (BC=6) MUSI 241-2 (BC=2) MUSI 260-3 (BC=3) (3-1) 30 weeks (2-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Fundamentals of Music and Method in Basic Piano I Comprehensive Aural and Keyboard Education for Non-Music Majors Piano technique, scales, and keyboard Skills II A dynamic and practical introduction harmony. Emphasis is on developing a The aural study of music theory concepts to music teaching techniques and repertoire of easy to moderate piano pieces covered in MUSI 258 using sight-singing, fundamentals for the student interested to enhance the keyboard as a useable dictation, and keyboard harmony. in teaching elementary or middle-school musical tool. Prerequisite: MUSI 257 and 259. aged children. Taught as a survey course Prerequisite: Ability to read music and a Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MUSI 258. and includes introductory keyboard, guitar basic skill in voice or an instrument other and various other instruments. Former than the piano. MUSI 280-3 (BC=3) experience in music is not required. (3-1) 15 weeks MUSI 242-2 (BC=2) Recording Studio Technology I MUSI 213-3 (BC=3) (2-0) 15 weeks An introduction to the recording studio (3-1) 15 weeks Basic Piano II and to basic recording engineering on a Fundamentals of Music and Method in Skills acquired in MUSI 241 will be refined digital audio workstation. Mixing theory, Education I and expanded. Particular emphasis will be equipment theory and operation, and A dynamic and practical introduction placed on keyboard fluency, fingering, and actual performance toward a finished to music teaching techniques and music reading. recording. fundamentals for the student interested Prerequisite: MUSI 241 or consent of the Prerequisite: Enrolment in Music Diploma or in teaching elementary or middle-school Department Chair. consent of the Department. aged children. Topics include music theory, music appreciation and singing as well MUSI 257-3 (BC=3) MUSI 282-3 (BC=3) as an introduction to the keyboard and (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks recorder. Comprehensive Music Theory I Recording Studio Technology II Correlates with the Alberta Learning Music rudiments review (scales, intervals, MUSI 280 continued. The study of advanced Curriculum. Former experience in music is chords, rhythms), non-harmonic tones, micing and recording techniques, computer not required. cadences, introduction to harmonic audio editing and refinement of skills Co-requisite: MUSI 213 lab. progression and voice-leading principles, towards additional projects. and melodic construction. Prerequisite: MUSI 280. MUSI 214 (BC=3) Prerequisite: Successful completion of the (3-1) 15 weeks Theory Placement Exam or equivalent. MUSI 301-3 (BC=3) Fundamentals of Music and Method in (3-0) 15 weeks Education II MUSI 258-3 (BC=3) History of Classical and Romantic Music A continuation of MUSI 213 with an added (3-0) 15 weeks A performance-lecture survey of the styles, emphasis on lesson planning and music Comprehensive Music Theory II composers, and performers of the Classical teaching philosophy and techniques Harmonic analysis, harmonic progression, and Romantic periods of music history. including Orff and Kodaly methods. and four-part writing techniques for Note: Skill in music reading is an asset. Includes an introduction to the guitar and diatonic chords, seventh chords, secondary other classroom instruments. dominant chords, leading-tone chords, and MUSI 302-3 (BC=3) Co-requisite: MUSI 214 lab. modulation; binary and ternary musical (3-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: MUSI 213. forms. History of Post-Romantic and 20th Prerequisite: MUSI 257. Century Music MUSI 233-3 (BC=3) A performance-lecture survey of the styles, (3-0) 15 weeks MUSI 259-3 (BC=3) composers, and performers of the post- Introduction to Music History (3-0) 15 weeks Romantic and 20th century periods of A survey of Western Music from Antiquity Comprehensive Aural and Keyboard music history. through the 20th Century. Through lecture, Skills I Note: Skill in music reading is an asset. listening, and basic score examination, The aural study of music theory concepts students will explore the traditions and covered in MUSI 257 using sight-singing, practices that have culminated in both the dictation, and keyboard harmony. art music and popular music idioms which Prerequisite: Successful completion of the exist today. Theory Placement Exam or equivalent.

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MUSI 303-3 (BC=3) MUSI 346-3 (BC=3) MUSI 358-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks History of Popular Music Comprehensive Music Theory III Contemporary Theory IV A survey of the history and evolution of Review of harmonic progression and MUSI 357 continued (fourth term theory). popular music. Topics will include the voice-leading principles employed in the Prerequisite: MUSI 357. history of jazz, the roots of rock and roll, the 17th and 18th centuries; harmonic analysis, British Invasion, Latin influences, techno, harmonic progression, and four-part MUSI 359-3 (BC=3) pop music, and urban trends. writing techniques for 19th century music (0-3) 15 weeks including borrowed chords, Neapolitan Contemporary Aural Skills III MUSI 304-3 (BC=3) 6th chords, augmented 6th chords, and Third term aural study of materials in MUSI (3-0) 15 weeks modulation techniques; analysis of major 357. History of Medieval, Renaissance and musical forms (sonata, rondo, and theme Prerequisite: MUSI 250 and 251; or MUSI 258 Baroque Music and variations). and 260. A performance-lecture survey of the styles, Prerequisite: MUSI 258. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MUSI 357. composers, and performers of the Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque periods of music MUSI 347-3 (BC=3) MUSI 360-3 (BC=3) history. (3-0) 15 weeks (0-3) 15 weeks Note: Skill in music reading is an asset. Comprehensive Music Theory IV Contemporary Aural Skills IV Analysis and part writing techniques Fourth term aural study of materials in MUSI MUSI 321-5 (BC=5) incorporating extended and chromatic 358. (4-3) 15 weeks harmonies from the 19th and 20th centuries Prerequisite: MUSI 357 and 359. Music Business: Career and Products (9th, 11th, and 13th chords, altered Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MUSI 358. A study of the business of music as it dominants, chromatic mediants, coloristic pertains to music products and the retail chords, quartal chords, polychords), and MUSI 361-3 (BC=3) industry, with emphasis on product serialism. (3-0) 15 weeks areas, marketing and sales. Throughout Prerequisite: MUSI 346. Composition I the practicum portion, the students will Development of basic composition skills. participate in “hands-on” approaches to MUSI 348-3 (BC=3) Principles of orchestra, band, choral, and a variety of marketing and production (3-0) 15 weeks popular instrument writing. Concepts and situations. Students will be expected to Comprehensive Aural and Keyboard practices of MIDI workstation and computer complete a minimum of 45 practicum Skills III assisted composition. hours (20 hours must be in the area of retail The aural study of music theory concepts Prerequisite: B or better in MUSI 258 and 260. music in order to attend the NAMM Show covered in MUSI 346 using sight-singing, Note: Not eligible for challenge. in January). dictation, and keyboard harmony. Prerequisite: 2nd year Music Diploma Prerequisite: MUSI 258 & 260. MUSI 362-3 (BC=3) student or consent of the Department. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MUSI 346. (3-0) 15 weeks Composition II MUSI 322-5 (BC=5) MUSI 349-3 (BC=3) Second term study of the MUSI 361 course. (4-3) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Emphasis is on extended compositions and Music Business: Performance Comprehensive Aural and Keyboard workstation/computer use. A study of the business of music as it Skills IV Prerequisite: MUSI 361. pertains to the performing musician, The aural study of music theory concepts with emphasis on booking, touring, and covered in MUSI 347 using sight-singing, MUSI 400-3 (BC=3) the recording industry. Throughout the dictation, and keyboard harmony. (120 hours) Includes 10 hours lecture practicum portion, the students will Prerequisite: MUSI 346 and 348. Merchandising Practicum II participate in “hands-on” approaches to Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MUSI 347. The student will be required to intern in a variety of marketing and production a particular area of the Music Industry as situations. Students will be expected to MUSI 357-3 (BC=3) it pertains to their individual career focus. complete a minimum of 45 practicum (3-0) 15 weeks Examples of placements may include hours (20 hours must be in the area of Contemporary Theory III such things as touring, sales, or private performance, booking, and/or tours. MUSI 257/258 continued. Third term studio teaching. Possible options must be Prerequisite: Music Diploma student or theory. This course is practical in content, approved by the Merchandising instructor consent of the Music Department. scope, and approach. It is meant to well in advance of the proposed placement. assist the ‘working’ musician in applying Prerequisite: MUSI 322 or consent of the fundamentals. Department. Prerequisite: MUSI 250 or 258. Note: This course will be evaluated using a credit/no-credit grading system. www.rdc.ab.ca 175 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

MUSI 401-2 (BC=2) NURS 231-3 (BC=3) (2-0) 15 weeks Nursing (3-0) 15 weeks Graduation Recital Human Physiology and Pathophysiology II (Open to Nursing students only.) A public recital/concert of at least thirty Human Physiology with a focus on minutes in length. The program should systems responsible for body maintenance NURS 215-3 (BC=3) consist of material studied during the and regulation. Selected topics in (3-0) 15 weeks student’s time as a Music Diploma student. pathophysiology related to these systems. Anatomy A combination of solo and ensemble Prerequisite: NURS 230 , NURS 215. A survey of the structure of the human material is acceptable as approriate to the body. student’s major instrument of study and NURS 236-3 (BC=3) upon approval of the student’s instructor. (3-0) 15 weeks NURS 225-6 (BC=5) Co-requisite: MUSP 460. Medical Microbiology (1-3-3) 15 weeks Medical microbiology concepts for Introduction to Nursing Theory I MUSP 145-3 (BC=3) nursing students. Basic information on the Focuses on the concepts of the nursing (1-0) 15 weeks identification of micro-organisms and their profession and discipline: nursing, person, Principal Instrument Study I control, as well as disease principles, health and environment. These concepts Fifty-five minute weekly private lessons epidemiology, and the immune system with will be explored within the context in a principal musical instrument or consideration to the health care perspective. of primary health care and changing voice. Emphasis is on technique, style, perspectives of health and how this musicianship, and interpretation, and on NURS 239-3 (BC=3) evolution has impacted the development of developing repertoire and performance (3-0-0) 15 weeks the profession of nursing. The philosophical, experience. Introduction to Nursing Theory II theoretical, historical, ethical and legal Prerequisite: Open to Music Diploma Focuses on health promotion and support underpinnings of professional nursing students by successful performance audition. to individuals in the pursuit of health practice will be examined. Note: Not eligible for challenge. throughout their lives. A variety of concepts from nursing and other disciplines will be NURS 227-4 (BC=5) MUSP 245-3 (BC=3) integrated into the overall learning. Students (3-0-3) 15 weeks (1-0) 15 weeks will be initiated into nursing roles with Introduction to Health Assessment Principal Instrument Study II individuals in community, assisted living, and Focus is on the health assessment of MUSP 145 continued. long-term care settings. the well adult, with expected aging Prerequisite: MUSP 145. Prerequisites: NURS 227, NURS 231 modifications. The course provides a Note: Not eligible for challenge. Corequisites: NURS 240 beginning foundation of assessment skills and technologies MUSP 360-3 (BC=3) NURS 240-6 (BC=7) necessary for determining client health (1-0) 15 weeks (0-14-3) 15 weeks status within the context of a nursing Principal Instrument Study III Introduction to Nursing Practice framework. Factors MUSP 245 continued . Introduces the student to nursing practice. influencing lifestyles and personal health Prerequisite: MUSP 245. The emphasis is on practice with individuals practices are included. Note: Not eligible for challenge. in the community as well as in a continuing Prerequisites: NURS 225. care (long-term care) setting /assisted living. MUSP 460-3 (BC=3) This practicum takes place with individuals in NURS 230-3 (BC=3) (1-0) 15 weeks diverse circumstances. (3-0) 15 weeks Principal Instrument Study IV Prerequisites: NURS 227, NURS 231 Human Physiology and Pathophysiology I MUSP 360 continued. Corequisites: NURS 239 Underlying concepts with a focus Prerequisite: MUSP 360. on the body systems responsible Note: Not eligible for challenge. NURS 241-6 (BC=4) for communication and control of (2-3-0) 15 weeks body functions. Selected topics in MUSS 145-2 (BC=2) Mental Health Nursing Theory pathophysiology related to these systems. (1-0) 15 weeks Focus is on theory related to the promotion Co-requisite: NURS 215. Secondary Instrument Study of mental health and the nursing care of Forty-five minute weekly private lessons people with acute and chronic alterations in in instrument or voice. Emphasis is on mental health. technique and musicianship. May be Prerequisites: NURS 239, NURS 240 repeated for credit. Note: MUSS private Corequisites: NURS 242 lessons are open (by audition) to students from all departments in the college. Note: Not eligible for challenge.

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NURS 242-6 (BC=7) NURS 390-5 (BC=5) NURS 301-3 (BC=3) (0-16-2) 15 weeks (6-4S-3) 7 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Mental Health Nursing Practice Nursing in Context C Nursing Research Apply concepts of mental health nursing to Within the context of primary health care Introduction to the process of research the care of individuals experiencing acute focus is on restoration, rehabilitation and through a comparative analysis of selected and chronic alterations in mental health in support of clients experiencing more acute studies exemplifying different theoretical, hospital or community settings. variances in health. Discussion related to methodological, and analytical approaches. Prerequisites: NURS 239, NURS 240 health promotion and disease prevention Emphasis is on the communicability Corequisites: NURS 241 continues. Advanced health assessment of research, the needs of the research and nursing skills will be introduced. consumer, and the development of skills of NURS 308-3 (BC=3) Prerequisites: NURS 215, 274, 381, 384, 385. critical appraisal. (3-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: NURS 304. Pharmacotherapeutics NURS 391-7 (BC=7) Foundations of pharmacodynamic and (3-0-28) 7 weeks NURS 304-3 (BC=3) pharmacokinetic principles are introduced. Nursing Practice V (3-0) 15 weeks Identification of common drugs, as well as Nursing practice will focus on restoration, Using and Interpreting Statistics for their classification into legal and therapeutic rehabilitation and support (including health Nursing Research classes, intended action, side effects, and promotion and disease prevention) of An introduction to reading, understanding clinical uses, will be discussed. Examples clients experiencing more acute variances and interpreting commonly used from evidence-based practice will facilitate in health across the life span. Practice will statistics in published health sciences incorporation of information into nursing occur in primary, secondary and tertiary research. Provides hands-on approach to practice. level acute care settings. understanding measurement, sampling, Prerequisites: NURS 215, 274, 381, 384, 385. and common statistical analysis techniques NURS 351-6 (BC=4) through critical appraisal of results from (2-3-0) 15 weeks NURS 394-5 (BC=5) published health care studies. Acute Care Nursing Theory I (6-4S-3) 7 weeks The primary focus is the theoretical Nursing in Context C1 NURS 461-7 (BC=7) foundation for the client-centred care of Continuation of NURS 390 with increasing (0-1S-34c) 10 weeks adults and elderly clients and their families situational complexity. Credit is given Nursing Practice VII, Internship Route experiencing variations in health (acute and for Health Assessment upon successful During a Spring/Summer placement of chronic illnesses). Comprehensive completion of the term. 10 weeks in a sponsoring agency, the assessment and best practice interventions Prerequisites: NURS 390 and 391 or 395 or student will manage and care for clients in are addressed within the context of a permission of the chair. ambiguous, complex situation. primary health care framework and a nursing Prerequisites: NURS 390, 391, 394, 395, and model. NURS 395-7 (BC=7) 396 or 301. Consent of the Faculty is also Prerequisites: NURS 239, NURS 240 (3-0-28) 7 weeks required. 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NURS 494-3 (BC=3) OPTA 114-3 (BC=3) OPTA 202-4 (BC=5) (6-0-3) 4 weeks (45 lecture) (45 lecture, 30 lab) Nursing in Context D1 Concepts in Mental Health Presenting Conditions II Synthesis and focus of nursing knowledge Introduction to mental health and illness Fundamentals of neurological structures and application of nursing research in a in particular, psychiatric disability both as focusing on the central and peripheral specified area of practice. To be permitted a primary diagnosis and as a secondary nervous system with application to a to enroll in this course, students must have diagnosis in the case of those with a selection of disabling conditions based passed all courses of their nursing program, physical disability. Familiarization with on broad diagnostic categories and except the co-requisite NURS 495. characteristics of psychiatric disability, encompassing neurological conditions general management of common disorders, specific to all populations. Course also NURS 495-9 (BC=9) service provision and mental health practice includes discussion of the basic concepts (1-0-34) 10 weeks through a client-centered approach. of function, health, and disease processes Nursing Practice VIII Prerequisites: OPTA 105; PSYC 205. related to these systems. Comprehensive and consolidated approach Prerequisites: OPTA 102, 120. to professional practice of nursing in an area OPTA 116-4 (BC=4) of special interest to the student. (60 lecture) OPTA 210-3 (BC=3) Co-requisite: NURS 494. Anatomy & Physiology (45 lecture) An introduction to the normal structure Professional Practice II and function of the human body using a Ethical issues in occupational therapy and systematic approach. physiotherapy will be explored along with documenting therapeutic interventions Occupational OPTA 120-6 (BC=6) involving the recording of relevant client Therapist & (60 lecture, 45 lab) information accurately and effectively. Therapeutic Skills I Using OSCE (objective structured clinical Physiotherapist Application of therapeutic activities/ examination) students will be assessed in interventions to promote performance the areas of musculoskeletal, neurological, Assistant for treating patients/clients who possess mental health and cardio-respiratory impairments resulting from usculoskeletal rehabilitation in a variety of the therapeutic OPTA 102-4 (BC=5) disorders. Principles of activity selection, environments. (45 lecture, 45 lab) planning and application will be applied Prerequisite: OPTA 110. Presenting Conditions I to related functional disabilities. The use Fundamentals of the structure and of assistive devices to enable functional OPTA 215-2 (BC=2) function of the musculoskeletal system independence will also be addressed. (30 lecture) with application to a selection of Prerequisites: OPTA 116, 105, 125. Communication Impairment disabling conditions based on broad A review of communication challenges diagnostic categories and encompassing OPTA 125-3 (BC=5) associated with neurological and sensory musculoskeletal conditions specific to all (45 lecture, 30 lab) impairments that inhibit effective populations. Rehabilitation Concepts communication. Focus is on practical skills Prerequisites: OPTA 116, 125. An introduction to rehabilitation concepts that will enhance communication with that are applied across the life span. Health people who have speech and language OPTA 110-2 (BC=2) status, wellness, and influencing factors impairment. (30 lecture) are examined with a consurrent review Professional Practice I of health care and the services provided. OPTA 220-6 (BC=6) Understand the diversityof roles within the Includes the basic theories and rationale (60 lecture, 45 lab) health caresystem by comparing medical of therapeutic interventions for treating Therapeutic Skills II models and the rehabilitation model of patients/clients due to musculoskeletal Theory and the application of therapeutic care. Explain and discuss the principles that disorders. strategies/interventions employed in guide rehabilitation and become familiar the rehabilitative treatment of adult with the organization of the provincial and OPTA 130-2 (BC=2) patients/ clients with motor and/orsensory federal health care systems as well as the (90 hours) impairments resulting from a neurological roles, responsibilities and interpretations of Practicum I and/or mental health disorder. Application health professionals. An introduction to the professional of a variety of intervention strategies rehabilitation environment providing to promote functional independence, applied experiences in the area of occupation performance and active living. musculoskeletal injuries. Prerequisites: OPTA 102, 120. Prerequisites: OPTA 102, 106, 114, 120.

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OPTA 230-4 (BC=4) PHAR 151-3 (BC=3) (180 hours) Pharmacy Technician (3-0) 15 weeks Practicum III Hospital Pharmacy (Open to Pharmacy Technician students Applied theory to further develop skills Practice of pharmacy in an institutional only.) related to neurological rehabilitation setting. Guidelines for hospital pharmacies. and/ or mental health. Application of and The principles of preparing pharmaceuticals PHAR 110-3 (BC=3) expansion upon a variety of intervention and antineoplastic drugs under aseptic (3-1) 15 weeks strategies working with clients presenting conditions. Pharmacy Practice I a neurological and/or mental health Prerequisite: PHAR 110, 120, 140, 180. Includes medical terminology, the condition. prescription process, dispensing function, Prerequisites: OPTA 202, 215, 220. PHAR 155-1 (BC=1) pharmacy references, dosage forms, (0-3) 15 weeks precaution labels, introduction to pharmacy. OPTA 302-4 (BC=5) Aseptic Technique (45 lecture, 30 lab) Group and individual instruction in PHAR 111-3 (BC=3) Presenting Conditions III preparing sterile products under aseptic (3-1) 15 weeks Fundamental of normal physiological conditions. Preparing antineoplastic drugs. Pharmacy Practice II function and disorder. This includes an Prerequisite: PHAR 110, 120, 140, 180. Course deals with over-the-counter overview of the endocrine and lymphatic Prerequisite or Co-requisite: PHAR 151. medications available in Canada. systems, as related to the structure Prerequisite: PHAR 110. and function of the cardiovascular PHAR 161-1 (BC=1) and respiratory systems and disabling (0-3) 15 weeks PHAR 120-2 (BC=2) conditions specific to pediatric, adult and Computer Skills (0-5) 15 weeks geriatric populations. Knowledge of and skill on pharmacy Dispensing I Prerequisites: OPTA 102, 202. software. All aspects of dispensing. Filling prescriptions and completing all required pricing, record- OPTA 320-6 (BC=6) PHAR 171-3 (BC=3) keeping and computer functions. (60 lecture, 45 lab) (3-0) 15 weeks Therapeutic Skills III Community Pharmacy PHAR 121-2 (BC=2) Theory and application on how to improve Basics of merchandising and operating (0-5) 15 weeks functional abilities and prevent further community retail pharmacies. Pharmacy Dispensing II disability of clients with circulatory, location and layout. Merchandising. All aspects of dispensing continued. respiratory and endocrine disorders. Purchasing and inventory management. Principles of compounding and how they Includes physiological aspects of the Pricing. Advertising and promotion. are applied in preparing a variety of disease processes and its impact on pharmaceuticals. functional performance. Introduction and PHAR 180-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: PHAR 110, 120, 130, 140, 161, application of intervention strategies to (3-1) 15 weeks 180. assist clients to achieve optimal functional Pharmacology I independence. The major drug classes used in health care. PHAR 130-3 (BC=3) Prerequisites: OPTA 202, 220. Related anatomy, physiology, and medical (3-0) 15 weeks conditions. Pharmacology, terminology, and Pharmacy Laws and Agreements OPTA 330-5 (BC=6) medications. Becoming familiar with the The relationship between pharmacists and (230 hours) generic, trade and manufacturers’ names pharmacy technicians. The responsibilities and Practicum III of 400 common medications. Content authority of each position. Related Acts and Application of accumulated knowledge and includes: antimicrobial drugs, autonomic the records required for acquiring and using skills in a variety of complex rehabilitation meds, CNS meds, respiratory meds, pharmaceuticals. Contracts for payment by environments to further understand gastrointestinal meds. third party paying agencies. Payment forms. and promote their role as an OTA/PTA Prerequisites: OPTA 210, 302, 320. PHAR 140-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks Pharmaceutical Calculations Mastering accurate calculations in: dispensing, pricing, systems of measure, compounding mixtures and dilutions, and preparing parenteral products, as they apply in pharmacy.

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PHAR 181-3 (BC=3) PHTD 105-2 (BC=2) PHTD 135-3 (BC=3) (3-1) 15 weeks (2-0-0) 15 weeks (1-0-4) 15 weeks Pharmacology II Pharmacology Fundamentals Dispensing I The major drug classes used in health care. Explore drug classifications, drug Dispense medications in a laboratory Related anatomy, physiology, and medical naming, drug mechanism of actions, setting for a variety of medications, dosage conditions. Pharmacology, terminology, pharmacological terminology,drug approval forms and legal classifications. and medications. Becoming familiar with process in Canada, routes of administration Prerequisites:- PHTD 100, PHTD 105, PHTD the generic, trade and manufacturers’ and dosage forms, toxicology, drug 110, PHTD 115 and INTP 104. names of 400 common medications. stability and the storage and disposal of Corequisites: PHTD 120 and PHTD 130. Content includes: musculo-skeletal meds, pharmaceuticals. cardiovascular meds, endocrine meds, PHTD 140-1 (BC=1) dermatological meds, eye and ear meds. PHTD 110-3 (BC=3) (1-0-0) 15 weeks Note: PHAR 180 does not have to precede (3-0-0) 15 weeks Preparation for Practice PHAR 181. Foundations of Pharmacy Assess, reflect and receive formative Explore concepts central to pharmacy feedback upon the studentís first year PHAR 191-3 (BC=3) practice such as interpreting prescription performance in the program. Retail Pharmacy Practicum information, pricing, third party billing, Prerequisites: PHTD 100, PHTD 105, PHTD Community Pharmacy (160 hrs, 4 week pharmacy records, labelling prescriptions, 110, PHTD 115, PHTD 120, PHTD 125, PHTD block) preventing medication errors, using 130, PHTD 135, INTP 102, INTP 104 and INTP Practical experience in a community references, inventory management and 105. pharmacy. Placements will be in locations merchandising. Note: This course occurs in the week across the province,or outside the province, following winter term final exams and so there may be extra expenses. PHTD 115-4 (BC=4) student completes self reflection portion Prerequisite: Passing grades in all Pharmacy (4-0-0) 15 weeks on-line. courses and an overall GPA of 2.0. Pharmacy Calculations Note: This course is not eligible for Accurately perform calculations applicable PHTD 200-3 (BC=4) Recognition of Prior Learning. to pharmacy practice. (3-1-0) 15 weeks Non-prescription and Complementary PHAR 192-3 (BC=3) PHTD 120-3 (BC=3) Therapies Hospital Pharmacy Practicum (3-0-0) 15 weeks Examine conditions and medications that Hospital Pharmacy (160 hours, 4 week Jurisprudence can be treated/provided over the counter. block) Introduce and apply legislation and Prerequisites: PHTD 140. Practical experience in a hospital pharmacy. standards of practices relevant to pharmacy Placements will be in locations across the practice in Alberta. PHTD 205-2 (BC=2) province,or outside the province, so there Prerequisites: PHTD 100, PHTD 105 and (1-0-3) 15 weeks may be extra expenses. PHTD 110. Non-sterile compounding Prerequisite: Passing grades in all Pharmacy Compound and dispense a variety of non- courses and an overall GPA of 2.0. PHTD 125-3 (BC=3) sterile pharmaceuticals. Note: This course is not eligible for (3-0-0) 15 weeks Prerequisites: PHTD 140. Recognition of Prior Learning. Pharmacotherapeutics I Examine conditions and medications used PHTD 210-4 (BC=4) PHTD 100-3 (BC=3) in the treatment of conditions affecting (2-0-4) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks the immune system, nervous system, Aseptic Technique Professional Role and Ethics respiratory system and infections. Prepare a variety of sterile compounds in a Examine components and determinants of Prerequisites: INTP 102, INTP 104, PHTD 100, safe and efficient manner using principles health, the Canadian health care system, the PHTD 105, PHTD 110. of aseptic technique. role of the pharmacy technician and other Prerequisites: PHTD 200, PHTD 205, PHTD pharmacy staff members and to explore PHTD 130-3 (BC=3) 225, PHTD 235 and INTP 201. ethics, decision making, scope of practice, (3-0-0) 15 weeks professionalism, and learning practices. Pharmacy Computer Systems Use a pharmacy computer system to input data, process prescriptions and perform other pharmacy related tasks. Prerequisites: PHTD 100, PHTD 105, PHTD 110, PHTD 115. Corequisites: PHTD 120.

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PHTD 215-3 (BC=3) PHTD 235-4 (BC=4) PHIL 202-3 (BC=3) (2-0-2) 15 weeks (1-0-5) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Hospital / Institutional Practice Dispensing II Knowledge and Reality Discuss the practice of pharmacy in Dispense medications, perform pharmacy The classical problems of Western institutional settings and perform tasks related tasks and practice workplace philosophy. Studying and discussing required of a pharmacy technician communication skills in a laboratory setting. selected philosophical classics and employed in this practice setting. This course continues to build upon the contemporary works. Emphasis is on Prerequisites: PHTD 200, PHTD 205, PHTD skills gained in Dispensing I. questions of the nature and extent of 225, PHTD 235 and INTP 201. Prerequisites: PHTD 140. human knowledge, and classic problems Corequisite: PHTD 225. about the nature of reality and our place PHTD 220-1 (BC=1) in it. (1-0-0) 15 weeks PHTD 240-2 (BC=2) Note: Do not take if you have credit in PHIL Community Health Project (2-0-0) 15 weeks 230 or 240. Propose and complete a health promotion Preparation for Practice II project in the community within the Prepare and assess student to transition PHIL 221-3 (BC=3) pharmacy technician role and evaluate the into role of pharmacy technician prior to (3-0) 15 weeks effectiveness upon completion. practicum placements. Practical Logic Prerequisites: PHTD 200, PHTD 205, PHTD Prerequisites: PHTD 200, PHTD 205, PHTD Informal and elementary formal methods 225, PHTD 235 and INTP 201. 225, PHTD 235 and INTP 201. and principles used to distinguish correct Corequisites: PHTD 210, PHTD 215, PHTD and incorrect reasoning. Informal fallacies, PHTD 225-3 (BC=3) 220, and PHTD 226. definitions, and elementary principles of (3-0-0) 15 weeks scientific method. Pharmacotherapeutics II Examine conditions and medications used PHIL 222-3 (BC=3) in the treatment of conditions affecting the (3-0) 15 weeks gastrointestinal, renal, cardiovascular and Philosophy Symbolic Logic I musculoskeletal system. Basic concepts of logic: consistency, Prerequisites: PHTD 140. Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. logical truth, entailment, equivalence. Check Course Timetable for availability. Symbolization of natural language PHTD 226-3 (BC=3) inferences using sentential and predicate (3-0-0) 15 weeks Note: 200-level Philosophy courses do not logic. Formal syntax of sentential and Pharmacotherapeutics III require previous Philosophy. PHIL 201, 202 predicate logic. Natural deduction Examine conditions and medications used and 222 are recommended if you intend to for sentential logic. Introduction to in the treatment of conditions affecting the major in Philosophy. the semantics and metatheory of endocrine, dermatological, ophthalmic and sentential logic: truth-tables, truth- otic systems as well as cancer treatments Note: There are no prerequisites for functional completeness, soundness and and other miscellaneous medications. 300-level courses (except for PHIL 389). You completeness of the natural deductive Prerequisites: PHTD 225. will find it helpful, however, to take PHIL 202 system, compactness. before taking any 300-level courses. PHIL PHTD 231-4 (BC=4) 201 will provide valuable background for PHIL 300-3 (BC=3) (160 hours) 4 week block PHIL 339, 340, 348, 355 and 386. (3-0) 15 weeks Community Pharmacy Practicum Professional Ethics Obtain practical experience within PHIL 201-3 (BC=3) This course is designed to acquaint a community (retail) pharmacy as a (3-0) 15 weeks students with the range of ethical questions developing pharmacy technician. Values and Society and issues that arise for practitioners of Prerequisites: PHTD 210, PHTD 215, PHTD The classical problems of Western various professions. Students will develop 220, PHTD 226 and PHTD 240. philosophy. Studying and discussing their critical and analytical skills in their selected philosophical classics and own arguments designed to appraise and PHTD 232-4 (BC=4) contemporary works. Emphasis is on develop good ethical positions on a variety (160 hours) 4 week block questions of moral and other values, and on of issues and problems common to many Hospital Pharmacy Practicum the nature of society and justice. professions, problems like: professional Obtain practical experience within a Note: Do not take if you have credit in PHIL responsibility, the use of codes of ethics in hospital/institutional pharmacy as a 239 or 240. making good ethical decisions, privacy and developing pharmacy technician. client confidentiality, professional client- Prerequisites: PHTD 210, PHTD 215, PHTD practitioner relationships, issues of public 220, PHTD 226 and PHTD 240. and private ethical responsibility.

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PHIL 301-3 (BC=3) PHIL 341-3 (BC=3) PHIL 350-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks The Theory of Knowledge Ancient Philosophy Philosophy of Art Epistemology is the study of the Ancient Greek philosophy. Examining the This course is designed to acquaint origin, nature, methods, and limits of one/many problem. Considering pre-Socratic students with various aspects of art knowledge. Topics: Truth, skepticism, philosophy by studying Pythagoreanism, criticism, evaluating and critically appraising representationalism, and phenomenalism. Heraclitus, Parmenides and Democritus. the claims and arguments found in critical Rational belief and the criteria of Examining Socrates through readings of discourse and in philosophical texts knowledge. Theories of justification, Plato’s ear ly dialogues, considering Plato in elaborating aspects of art criticism. Students including foundationalism and detail. Emphasis is on the development of should develop sound analytical skills coherentism. Externalist theories, including Plato’s Theory of Forms. necessary to construct good arguments of reliabilism and naturalism. The possibility of their own in which they move beyond the a priori knowledge and the justification of PHIL 342-3 (BC=3) uncritical acceptance of beliefs about the induction. (3-0) 15 weeks nature of art, the knowledge of art and the Aristotle and Hellenistic Philosophy judgements of value about art. PHIL 321-3 (BC=3) Studying the works of Aristotle dealing with (3-0) 15 weeks ontology, epistemology, logic and ethics. PHIL 355-3 (BC=3) Metaphysics Examining some of the leading figures in (3-0) 15 weeks Topics may include freedom of the will, the schools of Epicureanism and Stoicism. Philosophy of the Environment the mind-body problem, and the nature Considering Scepticism as exhibited by Designed to bring traditional and of time. The character of metaphysical Pyrronism and the Academics. contemporary philosophical theories and reasoning. methods to bear on issues raised by our PHIL 345-3 (BC=3) relationship to the environment. The ethical, PHIL 323-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks aesthetic, or metaphysical ramifications (3-0) 15 weeks Descartes to Kant of certain major environmental problems, Philosophy of Mind Early modern philosophy. Examining such as pollution, overpopulation, or What it means to be a person and have rationalist and empiricist traditions of the resource exhaustion will be considered. a mind. The relationship of philosophical seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. ideas to scientific studies of mental Descar tes’ so -called “epistemic turn”. PHIL 357-3 (BC=3) phenomena. Topics may include: The Identifying and isolating the epistemological (3-0) 15 weeks mind-body relationship, personal identity, problems generated by this epistemic turn. Philosophy of Religion memory, imagination, intention, desire, Examining possible solutions (if any) to these The concept of religion. Arguments for and emotion, and sensation. problems using works by authors such as against the existence of God. Meaning and Leibniz, Locke, Berkeley, Hume and Kant. intelligibility in religious language. PHIL 339-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks PHIL 347-3 (BC=3) PHIL 364-3 (BC=3) Ethics (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Questions of right and wrong, good and Kant to Russell Philosophy of Science I evil, and reasons for action. The ethical Eighteenth, nineteenth and twentieth The philosophy of natural science. theories of authors such as: Plato, Aristotle, century philosophy. Studying and discussing Hypothesis testing. The nature of causation, Hobbes, Kant, J.S. Mill, and John Locke. a variety of issues including epistemological, law, and explanation. metaphysical, ethical and logical. Considering PHIL 340-3 (BC=3) the theories of authors such as Kant, Fichte, PHIL 365-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks Hegel, J.S. Mill, Sartre, and Russell. (3-0) 15 weeks Advanced Ethics Philosophy of Science II Consequentialist versus non- PHIL 348-3 (BC=3) The debate over the possibility of consequentialist views. Meaning and (3-0) 15 weeks objectivity in the social sciences, which objectivity in morals. Free will and Philosophy and Women began with the wo rk of Max Weber. moral responsibility. The ethics of virtue. An introduction to philosophical Positivism. Hermeneutics. Critical theory. Contractarian ethics. examination of the concepts, discussions, Ethnomethodology. ethical issues and controversies arising from a consideration of the role and status of women based on the social and political influences from the past and present and the influences of various schools of philosophy and feminist thought.

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PHIL 369-3 (BC=3) PHIL 389-3 (BC=3) PHYS 224-3 (BC=4) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0-3) 15 weeks Phenomenology and Existentialism Symbolic Logic II Particles and Waves This course involves the critical examination Syntactical and semantic aspects of Algebra-based course for students in life, of some of the major writings of European predicate logic and predicate logic environmental, and medical sciences. It philosophers to, in part, provide an with identity: truth-trees and the guides the student through two distinct introduction to the background and main decision problem; natural deduction; types of motion: motion of matter themes of existentialist philosophy and elementary modal theory; soundness and (particles) and wave motion. Vectors, forces, existentialist phenomenology. Authors such completeness of the natural deduction bodies in equilibrium, elasticity and fracture; as Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, Heidegger and systems; compactness; the Lowenheim- review of kinematics and basic dynamics; Sartre may be considered. Skolem theorem; introduction to second- conservation of momentum and energy; order logic. circular motion; vibrations; waves in matter; PHIL 375-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: PHIL 222 or consent of the wave optics; sound; black body radiation, (3-0) 15 weeks Department. photons, de Broglie waves; models of the Science and Society atom. Examples relevant in environmental, The intellectual, cultural and social PHIL 399-3 (BC=3) life, and medical sciences will be dimensions of science and their (3-0) 15 weeks emphasized. implications. Topics may include the impact Philosophy and Computing Prerequisites: Physics 20 or equivalent, of the Newtonian revolution, mechanism, Philosophical themes and problems using Math 30 (Pure). Physics 30 is strongly materialism and Darwinism, and the nature fifth generation computer technology. recommended. of objectivity and rationality. Mainstream topics in philosophy as they Note: Credit may be obtained for only one apply to modern technological society. of PHYS 205, 224, 241, 244 or ENPH 231. PHIL 386-3 (BC=3) Topics are chosen that can be illustrated Note: PHYS 224 should be followed by PHYS (3-0) 15 weeks in a programming language. The focus 226. Philosophy and Health Care Issues will be on the philosophical topic, not the Concepts and issues central to health computing language. As most of these PHYS 226-3 (BC=4) care knowledge and practice. Rights issues are currently researched using (3-0-3) 15 weeks and responsibilities of patients and artificial intelligence, we will use PROLOG Fluids, Fields, and Radiation health care personnel. Passive and active and/or an expert system shell. Fluid statics and dynamics, gases, kinetic euthanasia. Abortion. Medical research and interpretation; electrostatics; currents and experimentation. Disclosure of diagnosis circuits; magnetic fields; electromagnetic and risks. Death and suffering. induction; nuclear radiation, its interaction with matter and applications. PHIL 388-3 (BC=3) Physical Education Prerequisite: PHYS 205. (6-0) 7 weeks and Sport Studies Note: Credit may be obtained for only one Philosophy and Nursing of PHYS 207, 226, 246, 247 or 269. This course involves elementary methods (See Kinesiology and Sport Studies) and principles for analyzing reasoning in PHYS 241-3 (BC=4) everyday contexts as well as a philosophical (3-1S- 3) 15 weeks examination of concepts and issues central Mechanics to knowledge and practice in nursing. Kinematics. Particle dynamics. Work and Note: This course is available only Physics energy. Linear momentum. Rotational to students registered in the BScN- kinematics. Rotational dynamics. Collaborative Program. Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Equilibrium of rigid bodies. Check Course Timetable for availability. Prerequisite: Physics 30 and Math 30 (Pure). Co-requisite: MATH 202 (203) or 212. PHYS 205-3 (BC=4) Note: You can have credit in only one of (3-3) 15 weeks PHYS 203, 205, 231, or 241. Introductory General Physics I (Mechanics) A non-calculus course in physics. Kinematics, vectors, and forces in equilibrium. Linear and rotational motion. Dynamics of particles (oscillations). Prerequisite: Physics 30 or equivalent. Math 30 (Pure).

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PHYS 244-3 (BC=4) PHYS 269-3 (BC=4) (3-1S-3) 15 weeks (3-1S-3/2) 15 weeks Physiology Newtonian Mechanics and Relativity Wave Motion, Optics and Sound PSIO 258-3 (BC=3) A calculus-based course for students Geometrical optics, optical instruments. (3-0-0) 15 weeks majoring in the physical sciences. Oscillations, waves, sound, light, Elementary Physiology I Newtonian mechanics, including interference and diffraction. Simple Essentials of human physiology focus ing kinematics, dynamics, conservation of harmonic motion. on systemic functions in the human body momentum and energy, rotational motion Prerequisites: Physics 30, Math 30 (Pure)and with emphasis on systems that respond and angular momentum; special relativistic 31. and adapt to exercise stress. Topics will kinematics and dynamics, including Co-requisites: MATH 202 or 203 or 212. include the cardiovascular, respiratory, length contraction, time dilation, and the ENGG 230. musculoskeletal, nervous and endocrine conservation of energy and momentum in Note: You can have credit in one of PHYS systems. special relativity. 207, 247, or 269. Prerequisite/Corequisite: KNSS 200. Prerequisites: Math 30 (Pure), Physics 30. Note: For engineering students only. Note: For Kinesiology students only. Corequisities: MATH 202 or 203 or 212 or equivalent. PHYS 356-2 (BC=2) PSIO 259-3 (BC=4) Note: Credit may be obtained for only one (3-1S-3/2) 8 weeks (3-0-1) 15 weeks of PHYS 205, 224, 241, 244 or ENPH 231. Electricity Elementary Physiology II (First half of PHYS 359 up to and including Integrative human physiology focusing on PHYS 246-3 (BC=4) DC circuits) functions of the human body with special (3-1S-3) 15 weeks Note: Only for Engineering Students bound emphasis on control and integration Fluids and Waves for the University of Regina. of these functions. The responses and A calculus-based course for students Note: You can have credit in only one of adaptations to exercise will be used as a majoring in the physical sciences. Fluid PHYS 355, 356, 359. foundation upon which the concepts of statics and dynamics, elasticity and simple control and integration will be discussed. harmonic motion; sound waves, wave PHYS 359-3 (BC=4) Some tipics from PSIO 258 will be revisited properties of light; quantum waves, wave- (3-1S-3/2) 15 weeks to discuss control and integration of cellular particle duality. Electricity and Magnetism and systemic function. Prerequisite: PHYS 244. Electric charge. Electric potential. Gauss’s Prerequisite: PSIO 258. Corequisite: MATH 204 or equivalent. Law. Capacitance. Electric currents. Note: For Kinesiology students only. Note: Credit may be obtained for only one Electromotive force. DC circuits. Magnetic of PHYS 207, 226, 246, 247 or 269. Field. Ampere’s Law. Faraday’s Law. AC PSIO 262-6 (BC=6) circuits. Electric and magnetic properties of (3-0), (3-0) 30 weeks PHYS 247-3 (BC=4) materials. Elementary Physiology (3-1S-3) 15 weeks Prerequisite: PHYS 241 or ENGG 230, or Physiology of mammals and humans. Waves, Optics and Thermal Physics PHYS 207 and permission of Department. Prerequisite: Biology 30; Chem 30. Oscillations, simple harmonic motion, Co-requisites: MATH 204 or 213. PHYS 247 waves. Gravitation. Sound. Light, or 269 or 237. PSIO 263-6 geometrical optics, optical instruments, Note: You can have credit in only one of (3-0), (3-0) 30 weeks interference and diffraction. Fluids. Kinetic PHYS 355 and 359. Human Physiology theory. Heat and thermodynamics. Note: For engineering students only or the Introductory course in human physiology. Prerequisite: PHYS 241 or ENPH 231. consent of the department. Prerequisites: BIOL 217 or 218; plus 6 credits Co-requisite: MATH 204 or 213. of university level chemistry. Note: You can have credit in only one of Note: Credits may be obtained in only one PHYS 206, 207, 237, 243, 247, or 269. of PSIO 262

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POLI 308-3 (BC=3) POLI 321-3 (BC=3) Political Science (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks History of Political Thought I (Plato to Canadian Government Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Machiavelli) Designed for students who want one senior Check Course Timetable for availability. Equal to the first half of POLI 310. course in political science. Survey course in Prerequisite: Not open to students in the structure and functions of the federal, POLI 200-6 (BC=6) the first year without consent of the provincial, and local governments. (3-0) 30 weeks Department. Note: You cannot take POLI 321 if you have Introduction to Political Science taken, or are taking, POLI 320. The political institutions, processes, and POLI 309-3 (BC=3) problems in Canada and other democratic (3-0) 15 weeks POLI 324-3 (BC=3) and non-democratic governments. History of Political Thought II (Hobbes to (3-0) 15 weeks Basic terminology. Classification of the Present) Politics of Health Care political systems. Ideologies. Democratic Equal to the second half of POLI 310. A comprehensive overview of health care representation. Constitutions and civil Prerequisite: Not open to students in in Canada. The development of the health liberties. Federalism. Legislatures, executives, the first year without consent of the care system. Legislative and philosophical and bureaucracy. Legal adjudication. Public Department. groundings. Financing and delivery from a opinion and voting behaviour. Political comparative perspective. Current stresses in parties and interest groups. Basic issues in POLI 310-6 (BC=6) the health care system. international relations. (3-0) 30 weeks Note: This course is required for all majors in History of Political Thought POLI 328-3 (BC=3) Political Science. Survey course in Western political (3-0) 15 weeks philosophy, including notable developments Elements of Public Administration POLI 201-3 (BC=3) and major political philosophers. Plato, The major institutions, processes, and issues (3-0) 15 weeks Aristotle, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Rousseau, of public administration at the federal Introduction to Politics Marx, and John Stuart Mill. level in Canada. Government organization. An introduction to the basic concepts, Prerequisite: Not open to students in the first Budgets. Policy making. Selected personnel ideologies, institutions and processes of year without consent of the Department. issues. Democratic control. Accountability. politics. Not open to students who are Note: This is the core course in political taking or have taken POLI 200. theory and is a prerequisite for most 400 POLI 360-6 (BC=6) Note: This course is required for all Political level courses in the field. (3-0) 30 weeks Science majors. International Relations POLI 320-6 (BC=6) The nature of foreign policy. The dynamics POLI 223-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 30 weeks of interactions between states. Causes of (3-0-0) 15 weeks Canadian National Government and war. Imperialism. Role of non-state actors. Canadian Political Issues Politics Note: This is the core course in international Selected themes in Canadian politics, such Survey course. Basic concepts and relations and is a prerequisite for most 400. as federalism, and regionalism, the Charter terminology. Political culture. Ideologies and level courses. of Rights, issues of diversity and citizenship, political parties. The social and economic Prerequisite: Not open to students in and how we are governed. Not open to context. Western alienation. Quebeçois the first year without consent of the students who are taking or have taken POLI nationalism. The Constitution. Charter of Department. POLI 200 recommended. 200 or POLI 321. Rights. Federalism. Elections. Parliament, cabinet, bureaucracy. The judiciary. Political POLI 388-3 (BC=3) POLI 283-3 (BC=3) participation. Interest groups. (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: Not open to students in Politics and Global Trade - I Issues and Trends in World Politics the first year without consent of the Democracy; the technological imperative; This course deals with major trends in world Department. trade and ethics; international trade regimes politics, such as international tensions, Note: This is the core course in Canadian and their politics. migration, ethnic and religious conflict, politics and is a prerequisite for most 400. Note: admission restricted to senior level human rights and sustainable development. level courses in this field. students in University Transfer and Business Note: This course is required for all majors in Note: You cannot take POLI 320 if you have Administration Programs, or by consent of Political Science. taken, or are taking, POLI 321. the Department.

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POLI 389-3 (BC=3) PN 257-1 (BC=1) PN 261-2 (BC-2) (3-0) 15 weeks (0-0-7.5/2) 10 weeks (4-0-2.5) 7 weeks Politics and Global Trade - II Practical Experience I: Healthy Adults Pharmacology II The state in the global economy; trade Integrate and apply the knowledge, skills, Integrate and demonstrate the safe facilitation federally and provincially; and professional attributes achieved through preparation and administration of introduction to area studies. the learning from previous courses to an medication, by various routes using the Note: Admission restricted to senior level experiential setting. The experience will focus nursing process. Accurate medication students in University Transfer and Business on interacting with a healthy adult. calculations will be demonstrated. Administration Programs, or by consent of Co-requisites: PN 251, 252, 253, 254, 255, 256. Gerontology considerations will be the Department. explored. PN 258-2 (BC=2) Prerequisites: PN 254. (4-0-0) 7 weeks Co-requisite: PN 259. Professional Leadership II Examine and explain influences on PN 262-3 (BC-3) Practical Nurse professional practice within interprofessional (6-0-0) 7 weeks teams and diverse health care settings. Pathophysiology PN 251-1 (BC=1) Through knowledge, self-reflection and Explore common body responses to (2-0-0) 7 weeks effective communication, the health care disease.Introduce microbiology concepts. Professional Leadership professional will develop professional roles Pathophysiology as related to chronic Frame the Practical Nursing profession in the and responsibilities in the provision of safe, disorders commonly associated with adults context of legislation, professional standards, ethical client care. Leadership knowledge, and aging will be examined. code of ethics, and practice expectations. skills, attitudes and behaviors will be Prerequisites: PN 256. Explore the history of nursing and the introduced. evolution of Practical Nursing within the Prerequisites: PN 251, 255. PN 263-4 (BC=4) Canadian health care system. Introduce the (0-0-35) 5 weeks (175 clinical hours) philosophy and the elements of the Red PN 259-5 (BC=6) Practical Experience II: Residential Care Deer College PN Conceptual Framework. (8-0-4) 7 weeks Introduce nursing practice and care in Nursing Foundations II residential care settings. PN 252-3 (BC=4) Integrate and build on foundational Prerequisites: PN 258, 259, 260, 261, 261. (2-0-2.5) 15 weeks knowledge, skills, attitudes, behaviors Nursing Foundations I and judgments. Develop competent PN 265-5 (BC=6) Introduce the nursing principles and safe nursing care for clients who live (8.5-0-5.5) 7 weeks fundamental to safe, competent practice. in residential care. Common health and Nursing Foundations III Explore holistic care concepts. Use evidence wellness challenges, as well as chronic health Develop the skills, knowledge, attitudes, based theory to demonstrate nursing challenges related to aging will behaviors and judgments necessary for knowledge and skills. Reflect on own be introduced. a Practical Nurse to competently and attitudes, behaviours and judgments to Prerequisites: PN 252. professionally practice in the acute care guide learning interactions. Co-requisites: PN 261, 262. setting. Prerequisites: PN 263. PN 253-2 (BC=2) PN 260-2 (BC=2) Co-requisites: PN 267. (2-0-0) 15 weeks (3.5-0-0) 7 weeks Health Promotion I Health Promotion II PN 266-3 (BC=3) Introduce concepts of heath including Explore how persons living in residential (6-0-0) 7 weeks prevention, promotion, determinants and care adapt to alterations in health. Explore Health Promotion III inequalities. Begin exploration of common health promotion principles and apply Evaluate growth, development, and tasks growth and development theories. Identify principles of teaching and learning. Growth of young and middle adulthood. Apply principles of teaching and learning. and development theories of gerontology, teaching and learning principles to health mental health and palliative care will be promotion collaborating with clients and PN 254-1 (BC=1) introduced. families in the acute care health setting. (2-0-0) 7 weeks Prerequisite: PN 253. Prerequisite: PN 260. Pharmacology I Introduce common pharmacological terminology and resources. Explore guiding legislation, drug standards and safety principles. Identify the PN role in medication administration. Develop skills in drug calculations.

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PN 267-1 (BC=2) PN 272-1 (BC=1) PSYC 261-3 (BC=3) (2.5-0-2.5) (0-0-5) 7 weeks (35 clinical hours) (3-0) 15 weeks Pharmacology III Practical Experience IV: Family Centered Social and Individual Behaviour Analyze knowledge, theory, legal and Care An overview of some of the important areas ethical responsibilities informing Practical Integrate pediatrics and maternity practice in Psychology. Topics include thought, Nurse practice in the safe administration, and care within family and community language, and intelligence; motivation and maintenance, and evaluation of Intravenous contexts. emotion; development over the lifespan; medications and solutions promoting Prerequisites: PN 268. personality; psychological disorders and optimal client outcomes. Co-requisites: PN 269, 270, 271. their treatments; stress, health, and coping; Prerequisites: PN 263. and behaviour in a social context. Co-requisite PN 265. PN 275-6 (BC=6) Prerequisite: PSYC 260. (0-0-31) 246 hours in 8 weeks Note: PSYC 260/261 is a prerequisite for PN 268-6 (BC=6) Practical Experience V: Comprehensive many courses in the Department. (0-0-35) 7 weeks (245 clinical hours) Practicum Practical Experience III: Acute Care Demonstrate integration and consolidation PSYC 305-3 (BC=3) Examine professional knowledge, of knowledge, skills, attitudes, behaviors, (3-0) 15 weeks accountability, safety, collaboration, and and judgments consistent with the LPN History of Psychological Thought competence in own nursing practice to scope of practice within the context of a The roots of psychological thought in Western provide ethical nursing care of diverse comprehensive practice setting. culture, and the relationship between clients and families in acute care,health Prerequisites: PN 269, 270, 271, 272 theories of human nature and changing social settings. institution. Prerequisites: PN 264, 265, 266, 267. Prerequisites: PSYC 260/PSYC 261.

PN 269-1 (BC=1) PSYC 312-6 (BC=8) (2-0-0) 7 weeks Psychology (3-2) 30 weeks Professional Leadership IV Experimental Design and Quantitative Develop and apply leadership skills using an Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Methods for Psychology inter-professional approach. Prepare for the Check Course Timetable for availability. An integrated approach to the methods, transition from student to Licensed Practical principles, and ethics of psychological Nurse. PSYC 205-3 (BC=3) research and the statistical techniques utilized Prerequisites: PN 268. (45 lecture) for the analysis of these data. Lifespan Development Prerequisites: Math 30 (Pure) and PSYC 260. PN 270-5 (BC=6) Physical, cognitive, social, and personality Prerequisite or Co-requisite: PSYC 261. (10-0-2) 7 weeks development from conception to death Nursing Foundations IV are explored from a developmental PSYC 321-3 (BC=3) Explore the knowledge, skills, attitudes, psychological perspective. Theories, (3-0) 15 weeks behaviors, and judgments necessary to research, and applications about lifespan Industrial & Organizational Psychology competently provide safe nursing care for development will be covered. The world of work. Topics include career pediatric and maternity clients and families Note: For OPTAD students only. This development, performance, motivation, in acute and community care settings. course does not fulfill the developmental conditions of work, employee selection and Explore health and wellness challenges for psychology requirement for the BA training, and organization. pediatric and maternity clients. Psychology Major. Prerequisite: PSYC 260/261 or consent of Prerequisites: PN 268. the Department. PSYC 260-3 (BC=3) PN 271-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks PSYC 341-3 (BC=3) (6-0-0) 7 weeks Basic Psychological Processes (3-0-0) 15 weeks Health Promotion IV An overview of some of the important Social Psychology Explore the Practical Nurse role related to areas in psychology topics including the Individual and group behaviours as they the interrelationship between individuals, nature and history of psychology, research are affected by social contexts. Topics may family, and the community. Health methods, the biological foundations of include the self and social perception, social considerations for maternal/child, pediatrics, behaviour, genes and evolution, sensation cognition; prejudice, discrimination, and and families will be explored. Normal and perception, states of consciousness, stereotyping; attitude formation and change; growth and development from conception learning and adaptation, and memory. conformity and obedience; affiliation and to adolescence will be addressed, as will Note: This course is a prerequisite for attraction; pro- and anti-social behaviours; and family and community roles and functions. most psychology courses and is normally applied social psychology topics (law, health). Prerequisites: PN 266. followed by PSYC 261. Prerequisite: PSYC 260/261 or SOCI 260/ 261.

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PSYC 347-3 (BC=3) PSYC 367-3 (BC=3) PSYC 380-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Psychology of Gender Human Sexual Behaviour Positive Psychology An overview of psychological perspectives This course explores and integrates Positive psychology is the scientific and on gender including the nature of knowledge from many disciplines including applied approach to uncovering strengths gender, alternative expressions of gender medicine, biology, anatomy, psychology, and promoting positive functioning in (e.g. transgenderism), the reproduction history, law, anthropology, social science, individuals, relationships, institutions, and of gender through social institutions, the arts, and religion in describing human communities. Topics include positive thinking, the question of gender similarities and sexual behaviour. positive emotions, flourishing relationships, differences, gender stereotypes and Prerequisite: PSYC 260/261. positive institutions, gainful employment, and discrimination, and the implications of building better communities. gender for various facets of daily living. PSYC 368-3 (BC=3) Prerequisites: PSYC 260/261. Prerequisite: PSYC 260/261. (3-0-0) 15 weeks Note: U of C bound students cannot also Principles of Learning PSYC 383-3 (BC=3) take PSYC 439 for credit. Traditional and modern research on classical (3-0) 15 weeks conditioning, operant conditioning, and Personality PSYC 353-3 (BC=3) memory. Emphasis is on research dealing Survey course including theory and (3-0) 15 weeks with non-human animals, but human research related to the major problems in Child Development applications are included where relevant. the study of personality. An examination of theory and research Prerequisite: PSYC 260/261. Prerequisite: PSYC 260/261. related to physical, cognitive, emotional and social development across infancy and PSYC 369-3 (BC=3) PSYC 389-3 (BC=3) childhood. (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: PSYC 260/261. Sensation and Perception Abnormal Psychology The psychological and physiological bases General introduction, with emphasis PSYC 355-3 (BC=3) of sensory and perceptual processes, on contemporary views of the nature, (3-0) 15 weeks including vision, audition, taste, smell, development, and treatment of Adolescence touch, proprioception, and basic psychological disorders. An examination of theory and research psychophysics. Prerequisite: PSYC 260/261. related to physical, cognitive, emotional, Prerequisite: PSYC 260/261. Note: Students cannot get credit for PSYC and social development occurring during Note: For U of A bound students only, the 389 and 489. adolescence. additional prerequisite or co-requisite of Prerequisite: PSYC 260/261. either STATS 251 or PSYC 312 is required. PSYC 391-3 (BC=3) Note: U of C bound students cannot also (3-0-0) 15 weeks take PSYC 429 for credit. PSYC 375-3 (BC=3) Health Psychology (3-0) 15 weeks Examining the relationship of psychology to PSYC 357-3 (BC=3) Brain and Behaviour illness and related dysfunction, promotion and (3-0-0) 15 weeks Brain function related to sensation, maintenance of health, and the health system. Psychology of Adult Development and movement, learning, motivation, and Prerequisite: PSYC 260/261. Aging thinking. How the brain interacts with An examination of theory and research behavioural systems. related to physical, cognitive, emotional, Prerequisite: Biology 30 or equivalent and and social development across adulthood. PSYC 260/261. (Biology 30 prerequisite Prerequisite: PSYC 260/261. required by U of A bound students). Social Work

PSYC 358-3 (BC=3) PSYC 377-3 (BC=3) (Open to Social Work students only.) (3-0-0) 15 weeks (3-0-0) 15 weeks Cognitive Psychology Human Neuropsychology SOWK 201-3 (BC=3) A survey course in cognition. Major Changes in mood, motivation, perception, (3-0) 15 weeks theoretical approaches and research attention, memory, and language as Introduction to Social Work Methods I in areas such as perception, attention, revealed by studies of structural alterations An overview of the social service field. memory, the representation of knowledge, in the human brain. Philosophy, purpose, and objectives of social language, reasoning and problem solving. Prerequisite: PSYC 375. work practice. Emphasis is on the helping Prerequisite: PSYC 260/261. process, working principles, and cardinal Note: For U of A bound students only, the values of social work. Developing the additional prerequisite or co-requisite of knowledge and skills needed for case work. either STATS 251 or PSYC 312 is required. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: SOWK 204.

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SOWK 202-3 (BC=3) SOWK 209-4 (BC=5) SOWK 306-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (240 hours) (3-0) 15 weeks Introduction to Social Work Methods II Field Work II Social Work Administration SOWK 201 continued. Communication SOWK 208 field placement continued. Social Work Administration focuses on the skills in social work practice. Interviewing, Under supervision, you may begin to practice skills required for ethical and sound assessing, and recording skills. Audio- take limited responsibility for delivery of social work practice in management settings. visual equipment is used in developing social services to individuals, groups, or The theories that support the practice skills interpersonal communication skills. communities. Included are 15 hours of are investigated, and students are exposed Prerequisite: SOWK 201. seminars that focus on the integration of to the expected roles and responsibilities classroom lecture material and field practice of administrators in social services settings. SOWK 204-3 (BC=3) experience. The course prepares students to assume (3-0) 15 weeks Prerequisite: SOWK 208, 201 & 204. administrative responsibilities and become Social Work Ethics in Practice aware of the current administrative A comprehensive overview of ethical SOWK 210-3 (BC=3) challenges in the social services field. principles and theory in social work (3-0) 15 weeks Prerequisites: SOWK 202, SOWK 207. practice. The main focus of this course is Social Work Practice with Groups on the skill development, integration and This course is about the theory and practice SOWK 307-3 (BC=3) application of ethics in decision-making in of working with groups. The focus is on the (3-0) 15 weeks critically reflective social work practice. knowledge and skill for effective social work Social Policy practice in groups, as both group member Introduces students to the macro level of SOWK 207-3 (BC=3) and leader. Task and treatment groups and social policy formulation and the impact (3-0) 15 weeks their various applications in practice are policies have on social service delivery. Social Services History, Function and explored Attention is paid to the linkage between Structure Prerequisite or Co-requisite: SOWK 201. ideologies and policy directions, and to the This course pertains to the philosophy, impact of globalization on Canadian social history and development of social welfare SOWK 301-3 (BC=3) policy. in relation to social services organizations, (3-0) 15 weeks Prerequisites: SOWK 207, SOWK 312. programs and methods of service delivery. Social Work Practice with Individuals and Focus is on the variety of venues for social Families SOWK 308-4 (BC=5) work practice and different groups of This course expands on the work in SOWK (240 hours) individuals who social workers interact with. 201 and 202. Further develops knowledge Field Work III of Social Work interviewing, assessment As an extension of the first year SOWK SOWK 208-4 (BC=5) and intervention techniques. Emphasis 208/209, this second year field course will (240 hours) on working with individuals to facilitate normally consist of 2 days per week in a field Field Work I change, beginning family assessment agency. Students will provide services to a Normally two days per week in one of a in diverse contexts, and intervention selected client group under supervision by variety of social service agencies. Observing knowledge and skills with family groups. a field supervisor. Scheduled seminars will the agency and social service practice. Prerequisite: SOWK 202. focus on integrating lecture material with Learning agency policies and procedures. field practice experience. Working closely with a practicum supervisor SOWK 304-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite or Co-requisite: successful in the agency. Included are 15 hours of (3-0) 15 weeks completion of all first year SOWK courses and seminars that focus on the integration of Social Work Practice with Communities SOWK 301, or permission of the Department. classroom lecture material and field practice This course focuses on working with Note: Not eligible for challenge and experience. communities. Students are exposed to Advanced Standing. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: SOWK 204, contemporary theories and models of SOWK 201, SOWK 207. community organization practice as well SOWK 309-4 (BC=5) as drawing on field experiences which (240 hours) students may have already had. The focus Field Work IV in the course is to integrate theory and The final field placement course. You will field experiences as related to community have a variety of training experiences in a organization practice, and discuss the particular social service agency. Included challenges, strategies and benefits of are 15 hours of seminars that focus on the working with communities. integration of classroom lecture material and Prerequisite: SOWK 202, SOWK 210. field practice experience. Prerequisite: SOWK 308.

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SOWK 312-3 (BC=3) SOCI 261-3 (BC=3) SOCI 310-3 (BC=4) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks (3-3) 15 weeks Social Problems and Issues in Social Work Canadian Society Introduction to Social Statistics Current trends and issues in social work Examines the structure and functioning Statistical reasoning and techniques used practice and how they relate to social of Canadian society, including political, by sociologists to summarize data and test problems. Students examine selected social economic, cultural and value structures and hypotheses. Topics include describing problems relevant in Canadian society and processes. distributions, cross-tabulations, probability, are introduced to a structural anti-oppressive Prerequisite: SOCI 260. correlation/regression and non-parametric social work framework. An introduction to tests. quantitative and qualitative forms of social SOCI 301-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: SOCI 260 or consent of the work research. (3-0) 15 weeks department. Prerequisite: SOWK 207. Sociology of Gender and Sexuality Note: This course may not be taken for Note: Not eligible for challenge and Comparing gender and sex roles in different credit by students with credit in SOCI 311-6. Advanced Standing. societies. Emphasis is on contemporary Canada. Gender and sex role behaviour and SOCI 312-3 (BC=4) SOWK 313-3 (BC=3) theories of their origin. Recent research on (3-3) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks the social effects of gender and sex roles. Introduction to Social Methodology Social Work in Health Care Settings Prerequisite: SOCI 260 or consent of Research design, data collection, and The purpose of the course is to examine, department. data processing strategies used by understand, and critique current theories, sociologists. Topics include research issues, practices, and the unique role of SOCI 305-3 (BC=3) values and ethics, scaling, reliability and the social worker in health and mental (3-0) 15 weeks validity, experimentation, survey research health. The emphasis is on knowledge of Selected Topics in Sociology techniques, historical methods, field various approaches to health and mental Examination of selected topics in research, and content analysis. health and on the role of the sodial worker contemporary sociology. Topics may focus Prerequisite: SOCI 310 or equivalent. in assessment, referral, intervention and on specific sociological issues, institutions Note: This course may not be taken for advocacy amidst the various approaches, or problems (such as culture and society, credit by students with credit in SOCI 311-6. and on the interdisciplinary context of health development, sport, rural studies). and mental health. Prerequisite: SOCI 260 or consent of the SOCI 322-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: SOWK 202. department. (3-0) 15 weeks Note: This course may be repeated for Social Issues in Canada credit. A survey course on social issues in Canada. Regional and national scope will be covered SOCI 307-3 (BC=3) in such areas as health, safety, the economy, Sociology (3-0) 15 weeks the environment, community belonging, Aboriginals in Canada integration of newcomers and education. Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Dynamics of Aboriginal groups’ relations Prerequisite: SOCI 310 or SOCI 312 or Check Course Timetable for availability. with each other and with the larger consent of the department. Canadian society. Topics may include: Note: You cannot receive credit for SOCI 322 SOCI 260-3 (BC=3) decolonization and relations with the state, if you have previously taken ANTH 357. (3-0) 15 weeks demography, organizations, nationalism, Sociological Concepts & Perspectives and nation-building, power, community SOCI 323-3 (BC=3) Sociological perspectives and concepts and economic development, social class (3-0) 15 weeks used to analyse social behaviour. The nature and public policy. Sociology of Poverty of group behaviour and social interaction. Prerequisite: SOCI 260 or consent of the Meaning, origins, extent, and effects of Culture, social organization, the social department. poverty. Focus is on Canadian society. personality, and deviance. Reviewing theoretical explanations of Note: SOCI 260 is the prerequisite for most poverty. The relationships between poverty advanced courses. and social institutions such as education, health care, housing, criminal justice, and the political or der. Reviewing and evaluating various poverty programs. Prerequisite: SOCI 260 or consent of the Department.

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SOCI 325-3 (BC=3) SOCI 341-3 (BC=3) SOCI 368-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Criminology Social Psychology Canadian Ethnic and Minority Group The nature of crime and how it is defined. Note: This course is not currently offered. If Relations Measurement problems and official you wish to take Social Psychology, register Canada is a tremendously diverse country statistics. Crime in relation to social-cultural for PSYC 341 (3-0), which carries an identical encompassing many ethnic and minority factors. Theoretical explanations of criminal program credit at the University of Alberta. groups. Social processes involved in behaviour. Critical perspectives. Selected Prerequisite: SOCI 260/261 or PSYC 260/261. developing and understanding minority types of crime. Emphasis is on Canadian group relations in Canada will be the society. SOCI 344-3 (BC=3) central focus for this course. The three main Prerequisite: SOCI 260 or consent of the (3-0) 15 weeks concentrations will be on French/English Department. Mass Communication and Popular relationships, Aboriginal issues, and challenges Culture relating to all the other groups that have SOCI 327-3 (BC=3) An analysis of the varieties of mass media come to Canada. (3-0) 15 weeks such as radio, television, film and books and Prerequisite: SOCI 260 or consent of the Criminal Justice and Crime Control their effects on popular culture. Department. The social response to crime. Considering Prerequisite: SOCI 260 or consent of the how crime control strategies have Department. SOCI 371-3 (BC=3) developed. Evaluating theories of (3-0) 15 weeks punishment. The function of criminal SOCI 363-3 (BC=3) Sociology of the Family law. Elements of the Canadian criminal (3-0) 15 weeks The nature of the family in contemporary justice system such as the police, courts, Sociology of Work North American society. Family interaction and corrections. Incarceration and release The social relations of production and patterns and how these are related to measures. Changing directions in crime the organization of work in advanced the many changes in the modern family. control. Formal and informal alternatives industrialized countries. Focus is on Canadian Prerequisite: SOCI 260 or consent of the to criminal justice. Critical perspectives. society. Topics include: values and meanings Department. Prerequisite: SOCI 325. attached to work; work and leisure; the union phenomenon; alienation from work; SOCI 373-3 (BC=3) SOCI 332-3 (BC=3) professionalism; the hierarchical nature of (3-0) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks the workplace; the impact of technological Sociology of Aging The Development of Sociology I development on the labour process; and the Aging as a socio-cultural phenomenon with The origin and development of classical role of the government in labour relations. a focus on social and institutional factors sociological theory. Emphasis is on the Prerequisite: SOCI 260 or consent of the associated with aging in modern society. Enlightenment, Romantic-Conservative Department. Topics include aging and the self-concept; Reaction, Saint-Simon, Comte, Marx, family; politics; economics and work; Durkheim, Weber, and Freud. SOCI 365-3 (BC=3) demographics; health and health care; Prerequisite: SOCI 260 or consent of the (3-0) 15 weeks housing and transportation; retirement and Department. Social Stratification leisure; death and dying; various comparative, An introduction to the sociological study of theoretical and historical perspectives, with a SOCI 333-3 (BC=3) social stratification and structured inequality focus on Canadian society. (3-0) 15 weeks with a focus on Canadian society. Topics Prerequisite: SOCI 260 or consent of the The Development of Sociology II include diff erent systems of stratification, department. The contributions of modern and various theoretical approaches to stratification, contemporary sociological theorists. class and social inequality, contemporary SOCI 374-3 (BC=3) Emphasis is on Structural Functionalism, perspectives and research, socio-economic, (3-0) 15 weeks Symbolic Interactionism, Ethnomethodology, gender, ethnic and racial bases of social Social Organization of Health Care Contemporary Feminist Theory, Neo- inequality. An introduction to the sociological study of Marxism and Critical Theory, and Post- Prerequisite: SOCI 260 or consent of the the structure and dynamics of health care Structuralism and Post-Modernism. department. in Canadian society. Topics include: trends Prerequisite: SOCI 332. in health care, social epidemiology, health and illness behaviour, pr ofessional-client relationships, health care occupations, and the sociology of hospitals. Prerequisite: SOCI 260 or consent of the Department.

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SOCI 376-3 (BC=3) SPAN 201-3 (BC=4) STAT 365-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 15 weeks (4-1) 15 weeks (3-0) 15 weeks Sociology of Religion Intermediate Spanish I Elements of Probability Theory General theory plus selected topics. The Spoken and written Spanish, including Finite probability spaces. Discrete and nature and origins of religion. Religion as an grammar, composition, literature and continuous random variables. Random expression of historical, social, and personal conversation. The literature includes works vectors. Probability density functions and conditions. Religion and social change. of modern authors. their corresponding distributions, including Religion and individual and social variations. Prerequisite: Spanish 30 or SPAN 102 or uniform, binomial, geometric, Poisson, Social functions of religion. Emphasis is on equivalent. exponential, normal, etc. religion in western society, and Canada in Prerequisite: MATH 204 or equivalent. particular. SPAN 202-3 (BC=4) Co-requisite: MATH 302. Prerequisite: SOCI 260 or consent of the (4-1) 15 weeks Department. Intermediate Spanish II The continuation of SPAN 201. Spoken and SOCI 395-3 (BC=3) wr itten Spanish, including gr ammar, (3-0) 15 weeks composition, literature and conversation. Theatre & Sociology of Leisure The literature includes works of modern Entertainment A sociological analysis of the nature and authors. forms of leisure. Topics include historical Prerequisite: SPAN 201 or equivalent. Production and contemporary perspectives, trends and issues in leisure participation in Note: Courses open to Theatre & postindustrial society, leisure provision, Entertainment Production students only programs and research, the future of leisure. Emphasis will be on leisure in Canadian Statistics THTR 105-2 (BC=2) society. (120 hrs minimum) Prerequisite: SOCI 260 or consent of the Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Production Crew I department. Check Course Timetable for availability. This course will be the first introduction of the student to a working knowledge of the STAT 241-3 (BC=3) technical aspects of entertainment production. (3-1) 15 weeks Students will apply course instructed learning, Introduction to Statistics including those of stagecraft, drafting, Spanish Elementary statistics. Probability. Descriptive prop building, lighting, sound, and stage statistics. Sampling distributions. Testing management, as well as continued hands- Note: 100-level language courses are hypotheses. Correlation and regression. on learning. Students will be assigned to a intended for students with little or no Prerequisite: Math 30-1. designated technical area, as well as expected background in the language. Students hours of participating in other areas within who have high school matriculation in the STAT 251-3 (BC=4) various productions and events. Students language, or who are taking a 100-level (3-0-2) 15 weeks will be assisted by 2nd year students, and course to meet a university’s matriculation Introduction to Applied Statistics I instructed by a department technical instructor. requirements, may be denied transfer credit. Data collection and presentation, Co-Requisite: THTR 125 and consent of the Check the Transfer Guide and with the descriptive statistics. Probability Department. university. distributions, sampling distributions and the central limit theorem. Point estimation THTR 106-2 (BC=2) SPAN 101-3 (BC=4) and hypothesis testing. Correlation and (120 hrs minimum) (4-1) 15 weeks regression analysis. Goodness-of-fit and Production Crew II Beginners’ Spanish I contingency table. Continued theoretical and practical Beginning to learn Spanish. Understanding, Prerequisite: Math 30-1 or Math 30-2 instruction towards a working knowledge speaking, reading and writing. The oral Note: This course may not be taken for of the technical aspects of entertainment aspect of the language is stressed in class. credit if credit has already been obtained production. in any of STAT 241, PSYC 309, SOCI 311, or Prerequisite: THTR 105 and consent of the SPAN 102-3 (BC=4) BUS 306. Department. (4-1) 15 weeks Beginners’ Spanish II For students who have taken SPAN 101. The oral aspect of the language is stressed in class. Prerequisite: SPAN 101 or equivalent.

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THTR 107-2 (BC=2) THTR 145-2 (BC=2) THTR 205-3 (BC=3) (120 hrs minimum) (42 hrs) (180 hrs minimum) Production Crew III Lighting for the Entertainment Industry I Applied Practice and Theory I Continued theoretical and practical Theory and practice in basic electricity Theoretical and practical instruction in the instruction towards a working knowledge for the theatre. Function and operation of production of entertainment events through of the technical aspects of entertainment professional lighting equipment. involvement in theatre and entertainment production. The work may be a new productions. This will allow students to application of practica skills, or be an THTR 146-2 (BC=2) implement and refine skills previously opportunity to redevelop and strengthen (41 hrs) acquired, in both class and practical work. current skills. Lighting for the Entertainment Industry Students will be assigned a designated area Prerequisite: THTR 106 and consent of the Continued theory and practice in basic of responsibility within various productions Department. electricity for the entertainment and and events. theatre. Function and operation of Prerequisite: THTR 107 and consent of the THTR 118-3 (BC=3) professional lighting equipment. Department. (48 hrs) Prerequisite: THTR 145. Scenic Props THTR 206-3 (BC=3) Introduction to the theory and techniques THTR 158-3 (BC=3) (180 hrs minimum) of developing scenic props. Presented in (40 hrs) Applied Practice and Theory II workshop format. Drafting for the Entertainment Arts Theoretical and practical instruction in the Introduction to technical communication production of entertainment events through THTR 125-4 (BC=4) techniques within the entertainment involvement in theatre and entertainment (74 hrs) industry. Emphasis on theatrical drafting, productions. Students will have the Introduction to Stagecraft I drafting conventions and types of working opportunity to redevelop and strengthen Entertainment production techniques drawings as important elements in the previously acquired skills, or they may be including stage and shop safety, scenic communication of technical and design assigned to a position meant to introduce carpentry. Strong hands-on component. requirements. new skills. Students will be assigned a designated area of responsibility within THTR 126-3 (BC=3) THTR 168-2 (BC=2) various productions and events. (48 hrs) (36 hrs) Prerequisite: THTR 205 and consent of the Stagecraft II Stage and Event Management Department. Continued study of entertainment Introduction to fundamentals of the production techniques, including continued production process in management and THTR 207-3 (BC=3) stage and shop safety, scenic carpentry, and communication skills for the entertainment (180 hrs minimum) theatrical rigging. industry. Applied Practice and Theory III Prerequisite: THTR 125. Theoretical and practical instruction in THTR 176-3 (BC=3) the production of entertainment events. THTR 135-2 (BC=2) (40 hrs) Students will be able to continue refining (44 hrs) History and Analysis of Entertainment skills and working on communication Sound for the Entertainment Industry Production and team building skills required in the Theory and practice in basic sound for the The study of design processes for the entertainment industry. Students will be entertainment industry. Examining the entertainment industry. Emphasis will assigned a designated area of responsibility function and operation of professional be placed on technical connections to within various productions and events where sound equipment and the fundamentals of historical theatre and will examine a variety they will work with first year students in a sound design. of processes used in project analysis for live supervisory role. performances. Learning and using research Prerequisite: THTR 206 and consent of the THTR 136-2 (BC=2) skills and problem-solving pathways are the Department. (41 hrs) primary course objectives Sound for Live Events Corequisite: THTR 158. THTR 215-2 (BC=2) Continued theory and practice in basic (36 hrs) sound for the entertainment industry. Scenic Painting Examine the function and operation of This course will teach the student a systematic professional sound equipment, and the approach to painting theatrical scenery. The fundamentals of sound design. class will examine traditional scene painting Prerequisite: THTR 135. techniques and the tools and materials that have been developed to support those techniques. Instructed by department staff. Prerequisite: THTR 176. www.rdc.ab.ca 193 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

THTR 258-3 (BC=3) THTR 295-2 (BC=2) THTR 110-1 (BC=1) (40 hrs) (24 hrs) (11 hrs) Drawing as Communication Intensive Series I The Business of Theatre I Introduction to perspective rendering Students will be able to choose areas of Introduction to the business of theatre as it and figure drawing as a communication interest in the entertainment industry to pertains to the individual theatre artist. tool within the production processes of study at a more advanced level. Material entertainment events. may be presented in workshop, classroom, THTR 111-1 (BC=1) Prerequisite: THTR 158. or through hands-on work. (10 hrs) Prerequisite: THTR 126 and consent of the The Business of Theatre II THTR 265-2 (BC=2) Department. Continued investigation of the business (30 hrs) of theatre as it pertains to the individual Stage and Event Management II THTR 296-3 (BC=3) theatre artist and theatre collaborators. Continued management and (56 hrs) Prerequisite: THTR 110. communication skills for the entertainment Intensive Series II industry. Theatre and entertainment production THTR 120-3 (BC=3) Prerequisite: THTR 168. advanced study intensives. Students will (44 hrs) be able to choose areas of interest in the The Expressive Body I THTR 278-5 (BC=5) entertainment industry to study at a more An introduction to physical techniques and (80 hrs) advanced level. practices as it relates to theatre acting and Design and Visual Communication Prerequisite: THTR 295. creation work. within the Entertainment Industry Examining the creative techniques and THTR 297-3 (BC=3) THTR 121-3 (BC=3) visual communication of theatrical design (64 hrs) (40 hrs) from concept to final presentation. Intensive Series III The Expressive Body II Emphasis will be made on the various forms Theatre and entertainment production Continued development of physical of communication used by designers. This advanced studies intensives. Students will techniques and practices as it relates course will implement skills previously be able to choose areas of interest at a more to theatre acting and creation work. acquired, including those of drawing, advanced level in order to reinforce career Prerequisite: THTR 120. drafting, prop building, lighting and choices. stagecraft. Prerequisite: THTR 296. THTR 130-3 (BC=3) Prerquisite: THTR 176. (44 hrs) The Expressive Voice I THTR 285-2 (BC=2) Introduction to the techniques and (30 hrs) practices of voice training as it relates to Professional Development I Theatre Performance theatre acting, singing and creation work. Researching and developing life-skills and and Creation career paths within the Entertainment THTR 131-3 (BC=3) industry. Accessing information from Note: Courses open to Theatre Performance (40 hrs) contacts with educators, practicing and Creation students only The Expressive Voice II professionals, and employers in the Continued development of voice entertainment industry. THTR 100-2 (BC=2) techniques and practices as it relates to (33 hrs) theatre acting, singing and creation work. THTR 286-2 (BC=2) Theatre Research & Development I Prerequisite THTR 130. (42 hrs) An introduction for the theatre artist into Professional Development II the practical and theoretical approaches to THTR 140-3 (BC=3) Researching and developing life-skills and play analysis, theatrical forms and styles. (30 hrs class/36 hrs lab) career paths within the Entertainment Acting I industry. Accessing information from THTR 101-2 (BC=2) An introduction to improvisation as it contacts with educators, practicing (30 hrs) relates to the process of acting and creating professionals, and employers in the Theatre Research & Development II for the theatre. entertainment industry. Continued practical and theoretical investi- Prerequisite: THTR 285. gation of plays, theatrical forms and styles. Prerequisite: THTR 100.

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THTR 141-3 (BC=3) THTR 220-3 (BC=3) THTR 260-8 (BC=8) (30 hrs class/30 hrs lab) (36 hrs) (120 hrs class/30 hrs lab) Acting II The Expressive Body III Creative Fusion Continued exploration of the acting and Advanced application of physical An intense advanced level laboratory creation process as it relates to theatre text. expression techniques and practices as it integrating disciplines of the theatre as they Prerequisite: THTR 140. relates to theatre acting and creation work. relate to solo and group theatre creation Prerequisite: THTR 121. and performance. This course, taught by THTR 150-2 (BC=2) a team of specialists, will have students (90 hrs) THTR 230-3 (BC=3) applying advanced levels of movement, Theatre Artist Studio I (36 hrs) acting and voice skills for development and An introductory level of competencies The Expressive Voice III presentation of both published works and for further training practices, rehearsal Advanced application of voice techniques self created works. processes and presentations of published and practices as it relates to theatre acting, Prerequisites: THTR 220, THTR 230, THTR 240 plays, new plays and/or self-created works singing and creation work. & THTR 160. as it relates to ensemble theatre creation and performance. THTR 240-3 (BC=3) (30 hrs class/24 lab) THTR 151-3 (BC=3) Acting III (135 hrs) Advanced application of the acting and Transitional Theatre Artist Studio II creation process as it relates to theatre Vocational An intermediate level of competencies for styles. rehearsal and performance of published Prerequisite: THTR 141. TVOC 010-4 (BC=4) plays, new plays and/or self-created works (4-0) 15 weeks as it relates to ensemble theatre creation THTR 250-3 (BC=3) Self-Awareness and performance. (135 hrs) Developing and increasing your Prerequisite THTR 150. Theatre Artist Studio III understanding of self and how you present An advanced level of rehearsal process that to others. THTR 160-3 (BC=3) and performance as it relates to a piece (40 hrs) of theatre (published, new work or TVOC 011-4 (BC=4) Introduction to Devising Theatre self creation) and/or placement in a (4-0) 15 weeks An introduction to concepts and alternative theatre related field study environment. Vocational Preparation approaches for devising original theatre Prerequisite: THTR 151. Introduction to the world of work. pieces. Examining reasons for working, areas that Prerequisite: ENGL 219 and THTR 140. THTR 251-5 (BC=5) influence success on the job, getting a job, (225 hrs) and keeping it. THTR 200-1 (BC=1) Theatre Artist Studio IV (18 hrs) An advanced level of rehearsal process TVOC 012-2 (BC=2) Theatre Research and Development III and performance as it relates to a piece (2-0) 15 weeks Advanced practical and theoretical of theatre (published, new work or self Recreation and Community Living investigation of theatre text, form and styles. creation) and/or placement in a theatre Studying basic concepts of fitness, nutrition Prerequisite: THTR 101. related field study environment. This and lifestyle planning. Identifying services course will also focus on self created solo provided by local community agencies and THTR 210-1 (BC=1) performance along with preparation for facilities. (9 hrs) entering the professional realm of theatre The Business of Theatre III or going on to further advanced levels of TVOC 013-5 (BC=5) Further investigation of the business of training. (300 hours) 15 weeks theatre as it pertains to the individual Prerequisite: THTR 250. Jobsite Skills Training I theatre artist and the global theatre “Hands-on” skill training in the employment industry. area best suited to your interests and Prerequisite: THTR 111. abilities. Three days per week.

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TVOC 014-3 (BC=3) UNIT 107-3 (BC=3) (3-0) 16 weeks Unit Clerk (45 hours) Interpersonal Skills Essential Communication Skills for Unit UNIT 100-2 (BC=2) Communicating with others in the most Clerks (68 lab hours) effective way. Conflict resolution skills, Develop critical oral, written and non-verbal Computer Skills assertiveness, problem-solving and stress communication skills including telephone This is a self-directed course covering management. and interview skills. Create an effective an introduction to computers, together resume, cover letter, and portfolio. with word processing and spreadsheet TVOC 015-3 (BC=3) applications. This course will provide a (3-0) 16 weeks foundation of computer literacy for the Unit Skills for Employment Clerk field. *The course is designed as a self- Exploring occupational choices and looking directed course but a mandatory seminar is at individual abilities and interests. Learning Zoology required to provide students with support. and practicing job search techniques. Prerequisites: None. Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Prior Learning recognition, based on a skills TVOC 016-3 (BC=3) Check Course Timetable for availability. appraisal, is available for students with (3-0) 16 weeks computer skills but application for PLAR Skills for Independence ZOOL 325-3 (BC=4) must be completed by the Add/Drop date. Combines skills necessary for banking (3-3) 15 weeks and budgeting with skills needed for wise Comparative Anatomy of the Vertebrates UNIT 101-1 (BC=1) shopping and having an apartment. Vertebrate structure and functional (42 lab hours) significance. Chordates, origin of Speed Building TVOC 017-5 (BC=5) vertebrates, survey of vertebrate classes, Computer keyboard speed and accuracy (320 hours) 16 weeks early development and major systems. building. Jobsite Skills Training II Emphasis is on the mammals. “Hands-on” skill training in the employment Prerequisite: BIOL 218. UNIT 102-4 (BC=4) area best suited to your interests and (60 hours) abilities. Three days per week. ZOOL 342-3 (BC=3) Medical Terminology (3-0) 15 weeks Using and interpreting medical TVOC 018-5 (BC=5) Animal Physiology: Intercellular terminology, abbreviations and symbols (240 hours) 8 weeks Communication commonly used in the health care system. Block Practicum Communication between cells. Functioning of Full-time work experience in the field you the nervous and muscular system. Sensing of UNIT 103-7 (BC=7) want to find a job in. Hours of work during the environment. Hormones, regulation and (105 hours) this placement will vary depending on the action. Immunity. Examples from invertebrate Processing Medical Orders business requirements. and vertebrates. Prerequisite: BIOL 217. Transcribing medical orders using a manual (paper) process combined with entering ZOOL 350-3 (BC=4) orders into current Alberta Health Services (3-3) 15 weeks software. This course is taught offsite. Survey of the Invertebrates Prerequisite or Co-requisite: UNIT 102. Systematics, functional anatomy, life cycles, distribution, evolution, and importance of UNIT 105-2 (BC=2) major invertebrate taxa. Brief survey of minor (145 hours) taxa. Selected topics in invertebrate biology. Preceptored Practice Prerequisite: BIOL 218. Experience in a health care setting with a Unit Clerk preceptor. Prerequisites: Unit Clerk 100, 101, 102, 103, 106, 107.

UNIT 106-3 (BC=3) (45 hours) Exploring the Role of the Unit Clerk Concepts, skills and attitudes necessary to perform the role of the Unit Clerk.

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Note: Not all courses listed may be offered. Check Course Timetable for availability. Reading Writing READ 038-5 (BC=5) WRIT 038-5 (BC=5) (5-0) 15 weeks (5-0) 15 weeks Basic Reading Basic Writing Canadian Studies A structured reading course which Sentences, simple paragraphs, spelling, and provides basic reading skills and improves phonics. Students entering this level may CAST 050-5 (BC=5) vocabulary. Students entering this level may have limited writing skills. (5-0) 15 weeks have limited reading skills. Note: May not be offered every year. Canadian Studies Note: May not be offered every year. Students will focus on citizenship and WRIT 039-5 (BC=5) becoming involved citizens. Skills relevant READ 039-5 (BC=5) (5-0) 15 weeks to employability, job success, and personal (5-0) 15 weeks Basic Writing management will be covered. Topics may Basic Reading Sentence construction and paragraphs, include problem-solving, conflict resolution, Students will read a variety of materials spelling rules and strategies, journal writing. teamwork, and critical thinking in the more fluently. Vocabulary development and Introduction to grammar. workplace. reading comprehension are stressed. Note: May not be offered every year. Note: Available at Rocky Mountain House Note: May not be offered every year. campus only. WRIT 040-5 (BC=5) READ 040-5 (BC=5) (5-0) 15 weeks (5-0) 15 weeks Basic Writing Basic Reading Concentration is now focused on writing Increased focus on improving reading clearly and confidently to prepare for Mathematics skills, enriching vocabulary and developing further studies or employment. Includes a critical thinking skills. Students entering this study of grammar. MATH 038-5 (BC=5) level are reasonably fluent readers. (5-0) 15 weeks Basic Math Basic skills in adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing whole numbers, GED & PreTrades plus an introduction to fractions. Note: May not be offered every year. ABES 043-5 (BC=5) (5-0) 15 weeks MATH 039-5 (BC=5) PreTRADES (5-0) 15 weeks Trades math, applied physics, and English Basic Math necessary for passing the trade entrance Understanding fractions, decimals, examination administered by Alberta geometry, measurement. Career Development (excludes electrical). Prerequisite: MATH 040 and ENGL 040 or MATH 040-5 (BC= 5) equivalent. (5-0) 15 weeks Basic Math A review of fractions and whole numbers, plus concentration on decimals, percent, ratio and proportion, measurement, and graphing.

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Note: You must have strong prerequisite CHEM 095-6 (BC=6) skills to be successful in higher course Biology (5-0-2) 15 weeks levels. Preparatory Chemistry BIOL 075-4 (BC=4) For student with previous study in bonding, (4-1) 15 weeks Note: Some courses in our program may be nomenclature, and stoichiometry. Topics Introductory Biology taken through independent study subject include gases, solutions, energy, For students with no biology background. to Chairperson approval. electrochemistry, equilibrium, acids and bases. Includes basic cell chemistry and cell Lab work is related to class discussions. CHEM function; genetics and evolution; 095 is equivalent to Chem 30 for admission classification of living things. Lab work Accounting to RDC programs. Prerequisite: CHEM 075 or is related to class discussion and gives equivalent and MATH 075 or equivalent. ACCT 075-6 (BC=6) you practical experience in a lab setting. (6-0) 15 weeks BIOL 075 is equivalent to Biology 20 for Basic Accounting I admission to RDC programs. This course is equavalent to OADM 120. Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENGL 075 or High School Equivalent: Grade 10-11 level. equivalent. Computers

BIOL 095-6 (BC=6) CMPT 073-1 (BC=1) (5-2) 15 weeks Intermediate Keyboarding II Preparatory Biology See page 144 for course description. Adult Development Principles of human anatomy and physiology. Basic environmental biology. CMPT 085-4 (BC=4) ADEV 068-1 (BC=1) This course will prepare you for more (3-2) 15 weeks (0-1-0) 15 weeks advanced studies in biology. Lab work is Introduction to Personal Computers Supported Study related to class discussions, and allows See page 144 for course description. A systematic approach to study activities you to improve certain biology lab skills. to take advantage of various activities and A strong background in basic chemistry resources such as student study groups, recommended. BIOL 095 is equivalent to instructor consultation, Learning Resource Biology 30 for admission to RDC programs. Center, Computer Lab, Counselling Prerequisite: BIOL 075 or equivalent. English and Learning Suuport. Learners will be responsible for planning and recording their ENGL 050-5 (BC=5) plans and activities. (5-0) 15 weeks Basic English ADEV 069-2 (BC=2) Chemistry This course is designed to develop reading, (0-2-0) 15 weeks comprehension and vocabulary skills and Supported Study Note: You need a lab coat and safety glasses to develop writing skills. It provides a basic Learners will participate in a systematic to take part in chemistry labs. You can buy introduction to literature. approach to study activities, taking these items at the Bookstore. Please note advantage of various resources. Study that contact lenses are not allowed in the ENGL 075-5 (BC=5) and learning strategies will include formal laboratory. (5-0) 15 weeks and informal activities and resources Reading and Composition such as student study groups, instructor CHEM 075-4 (BC=4) Introduction of major literary genres. consultation, Learning Resource Center, (4-1) 15 Weeks Development of critical and analytical Computer Lab, Counselling & Learning Introductory Chemistry reading and viewing skills. Presentation of Support. Learners will be responsible for For students with no chemistry background. responses to text in written and oral form. planning and recording their plans and Topics include elements and the periodic Development and improvement of writing activities. table, chemical bonding, nomenclature, skills, including grammar study. Introduction Note: Check with Office 1809 for the forms chemical reactions, stoichiometry. Lab work to research and documentation. This course to record study time. is related to class discussions. is accepted for admission in lieu of ELA 10-1 CHEM 075 is equivalent to Chemistry 20 for and ELA 20-2. admission to RDC programs. Prerequisite: ENGL 050 or consent of the Prerequisite / Corequisite: MATH 075 or department. equivalent

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ENGL 090-5 (BC=5) MATH 085-5 (BC=5) mathematics background from high (5-0) 15 weeks (5-0) 15 weeks school will be required to upgrade Critical and Analytical Study of Texts Intermediate Algebra according to the results of their Read and respond to non-fiction, and short An intermediate course for students requiring math placement test. and long fiction. Employ grammatical algebra. Topics include functions, relations and structures to demonstrate increasingly graphing; systems of equations; radicals and sophisticated writing style. Expand and polish their properties; rational expressions; quadratic research skills. Engl 090 is equivalent to ELA equations and functions; and selected topics 30-2 for admission to RDC programs. 62 from trigonometry. MATH 085 is equivalent to Physics Prerequisite: ENGL 075 or equivalent or Math 20-1 for admission to RDC programs. consent of the department. Prerequisite: MATH 075 or equivalent. PHYS 075-4 (BC=4) (4-1) 15 weeks ENGL 095-5 (BC=5) Math 092-5 (BC=5) Introductory Physics (5-0) 15 weeks (5-0) 15 weeks Course topics include kinematics, dynamics, Literature and Composition Senior Algebra and Trigonometry circular motion, work and energy, oscillatory The major literary forms of prose, drama, A senior math course with topics including motion and mechanical waves. Labs and and poetry. Critical and analytical reading. probability, trigonometry, and relations project work will investigate these topics. Essay writing to develop clear, concise and functions. Students will develop High School Equivalent: Physics 20. effective arguments. reasoning skills related to probability and Prerequisitie: MATH 075, Math 10 or 23 or ENGL 095 is equivalent to ELA 30-1 for trigonometry, and critical thinking skills consent of the Department. admission to RDC programs. Prerequisite: related to uncertainty. ENGL 090 or equivalent or consent of the High School Equivalent: Math 30-2. PHYS 095-6 (BC=6) Department. Prerequisite: Math 20 or Math 20P or Math (5-0-2) 15 weeks 20-1 or Math 20-2 or Math 085. Preparatory Physics Course topics include momentum and MATH 096-6 (BC=6) impulse, forces and fields, electromagnetic (6-0) 15 weeks radiation, and atomic physics. Labs and Mathematics Precalculus: Algebra & Trigonometry project work will investigate these topics. A senior math course. Topics include High School Equivalent: Physics 30. Note: Students who have been out of high quadratic functions; polynomial and rational Prerequisite: Physics 20 or PHYS 075, and school for one year or more will be required to functions; logarithmic and exponential MATH 085 or Math 20-1 or Math 30-2 or be tested prior to placement in a mathematics functions; trigonometric functions; consent of the Department. course in the Career and Academic sequences and series; permutations Preparation Program. Please book for your test and combinations. Problem solving by calling 342.3400 or 343.4026. methods will be emphasized. MATH 096 is equivalent to Math 30-1 for admission to Social Studies MATH 050-5 (BC=5) RDC programs. Prerequisite: MATH 085 or (5-0) 15 weeks equivalent. Preparatory Mathematics SOST 095-5 (BC=5) (5-0) 15 weeks A basic mathematics course for students MATH 097-5 (BC=5) requiring algebra or applied mathematics. Twentieth Century World (5-0) 15 weeks Learners will acquire a conceptual Operations on rational numbers; introduction Elementary Calculus and Modern to statistics; Metric and English measurement; framework with which to respond to A senior course recommended for developing global issues by studying how geometry in 1, 2 & 3 dimensions; introduction students who will be taking university to algebra; and solving equations. ideologies originate and their effect on calculus courses. Topics include limits identity and citizenship. The course will and continuity; derivatives; graphing; focus on classical and modern liberalism, MATH 075-5 (BC=5) applications of derivatives; integration; (5-0) 15 weeks the viability of liberalism, and challenges of applications of integration. Topics in communism, totalitarianism, fascism and Introductory Algebra modern mathematics will be chosen An introductory course for students requiring Nazism including economic systems. from the mathematics of social choice, High School Equivalent: Social Studies 30-1 algebra. Topics include polynomials and management science, growth and factoring; linear equations and their graphs; Prerequisite: Social Studies 20-1 or consent symmetry. MATH 097 is equivalent to of Department. solving equations and inequalities; problem Math 31 for admission to RDC programs. solving; geometry; and trigonometry. MATH Prerequisite or Co-requisite: ENGL 090 or Prerequisite/co-requisite: MATH 096 or ELA 30-1, or consent of the Department. 075 is equivalent to Math 10C for admission to equivalent. RDC programs. Prerequisite: MATH 050 or Note: Students with an applied equivalent. www.rdc.ab.ca 199 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS INTERNATIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Part of RDC’s Internationalization Strategy is to foster international HIST 315-3 Europe in the Era of the Cold War, 1942-1991 awareness and understanding. Courses appearing contain See page 160 for course description. a significant international component or are offered in an international setting. HIST 349-6 The British Empire and Commonwealth See page 161 for course description. ART 201-3 Art History I See page 130 for course description. INTD 370-3 Global Development on Health See page 162 for course description. ART 203-3 Art History II See page 130 for course description. POLI 360-6 International Relations See page 185 for course description. ART 301-3 Art History See page 1319 for course description. The following courses offer the opportunity for study in an international setting: ART 303-3 Art History See page 131 for course description. KENYA BIOL 318-3 Principles of Ecology ART 305-3 Art History See page 134 for course description. See page 131 for course description. KENYA ART 306-3 Art History ANTH 323-3 Ethnographic Survey of Africa See page 131 for course description. See page 129 for course description.

ECON 201-3 Introduction to Microeconomics BELIZE See page 148 for course description. ZOOL 350-3 Survey of the Invertebrates See page 196 for course description. ECON 202-3 Introduction to Macroeconomics See page 148 for course description. In addition, the following courses have a significant international perspective: ANTH 200, 201, 307; GEOG 251, 381; HIST 207, 208, 209, ECON 323-3 International Economics 301, 314, 315, 333, 334, 349; POLI 388, 389. See page 148 for course description. For further information please contact the respective department ECON 337-3 Development Economics Chairs. See page 148 for course description. International Partners ECON 382-3 Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory Ecole Superieure de Commerce International Du Pas-De Calais See page 149 for course description. (ESCIP) Saint Omer, France - Exchange Agreement ENGL 391-3 Topic In International Literature See page 156 for course description. Hokkaido Asai Gakuen University Hokkaido, Japan - Exchange Agreement ENGL 392-6 International English Literature See page 156 for course description.

HIST 311-6 International Relations in the 20th Century See page 160 for course description.

HIST 314-3 Europe in the Era of the World Wars, 1900-1945 See page 160 for course description.

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E N A Early Learning & Child Care. . . . 90, 146 Nursing ...... 23, 176 Academic Advising...... 25 Economics ...... 33, 148 Nutrition and Food Sciences ...... 70 Accounting...... 87, 127 Education...... 149 Administrative Professional. . . . 84, 128 Educational Assistant...... 92, 150 O Admission ...... 8 Electrical Engineering Tech. . . . 93, 151 Occupational Therapist & Adult Basic Education Courses . . . . 197 Engineering...... 63, 152 Physiotherapist Ass’t...... 111, 178 Agricultural Food English...... 34, 153 Open Studies...... 112 Business Management...... 59 Environmental Optometry...... 76 Agriculture ...... 58 and Conservation Sciences...... 65 Anthropology...... 30, 129 P Apply to RDC...... 10 F Pharmacy ...... 76 Apprenticeship Training...... 79 Fees...... 12 Pharmacy Technician...... 113, 179 Atmospheric Sciences...... 60 Forestry ...... 67 Philosophy ...... 37, 181 Automotive Service ...... 85, 132 Physics ...... 71, 183 G Physiology...... 71, 184 B Geophysics...... 71 Political Science ...... 38, 185 Bachelor of Arts...... 17, 27 Practical Nurse...... 114, 186 Bachelor of Business Administration. . 21 H Pre-Professional Programs...... 74 Bachelor of Commerce...... 42 Health Care Aide...... 94, 159 Prior Learning ...... 13 Bachelor of Education...... 23, 45 History...... 36, 159 Psychology...... 40, 72, 187 Bachelor of Fine Art ...... 49 Human Ecology...... 68 Bachelor of Kinesiology S and Sport Studies...... 50 I Social Work...... 17, 116, 188 Bachelor of Science...... 55 International Business...... 96 Sociology...... 41, 190 Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of International Learning Education Combined ...... 48 Opportunities...... 200 T Bachelor of Science International Applicants...... 11 Theatre & Entertainment in Engineering...... 63 Production ...... 117, 192 Bachelor of Science in Nursing. . . . . 23 K Theatre Performance Biochemistry ...... 60, 133 Kinesiology and Sport Studies . . .97, 163 & Creation...... 119, 194 Biological Sciences ...... 61, 133 Trades...... 79 Business Administration ...... 87, 134 L Transitional/Vocational Legal Assistant ...... 101, 166 Program...... 120, 195 C Career & Academic Preparation. . 89, 198 M U Chemistry...... 62, 140 Management Certificate...... 102 Unit Clerk ...... 121, 196 Chiropractic...... 74 Mathematics ...... 69, 167 University Transfer Programs...... 27 Communication Studies...... 32 Mechanical Engineering Tech. . .104, 169 Upgrading ...... 89 Continuing Education...... 123 Medical Lab Assistant...... 105, 170 Medicine...... 75 V D Motion Picture Arts...... 16, 106, 171 Veterinary Medicine...... 77 Dentistry...... 75 Music...... 107, 172 Visual Art...... 121

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